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放马
fàng mǎ
Description
"放马"本来的意思是把马放出去吃草。
The original meaning of "放马" is to let the horse out to graze.
在口语里，人们常说"放马过来"，意思是叫别人来挑战自己，不怕对方。
In spoken language, people often say "放马过来," meaning to invite someone to challenge you, showing no fear of the opponent.
Meanings
放马fàng mǎ
to let horses out to graze
他每天到山上去放马。
He goes to the mountain every day to graze the horses.
放马过来fàng mǎ guòlái
bring it on; come and challenge me
有本事你就放马过来！
If you have the ability, then bring it on!
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Notes
- Nuance
"放马过来" is a bold, confident challenge, common in movies and casual banter.
- Etymology
放 (release) + 马 (horse); the challenge sense comes from summoning a rider's horse.
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