damon
damon — 名詞
1. a character from an ancient Greek legend who volunteered to stay in prison so hi
達蒙
希臘傳說中忠誠的朋友
a character from an ancient Greek legend who volunteered to stay in prison so his friend Pythias could visit his family before facing execution, later remembered as a symbol of devoted loyalty
The story of Damon and Pythias remains a famous example of unbreakable friendship.
達蒙與皮西亞斯的故事至今仍是堅定友誼的著名典範。
example of unbreakable friendship
In the tale, Damon stays in prison while Pythias goes home to settle his affairs.
故事中達蒙留在監獄裡，讓皮西亞斯回家處理私人事務。
be held prisoner; settle his affairs
Dionysius was so impressed by their loyalty that he freed Damon and Pythias.
狄奧尼修斯被他們的忠誠深深感動，於是釋放了達蒙與皮西亞斯。
Omar called his brother his Damon, meaning they would always stand by each other.
Omar 說他的兄弟是他的達蒙，意思是他們永遠互相支持。
Nora wrote about how Damon risked his life because he trusted his friend to return.
Nora 描述達蒙如何因為信任朋友會回來而甘願冒生命危險。
- loyal friend
describes the role rather than the specific legendary figure
- trusted companion
emphasises the trust aspect, less tied to a specific story
- betrayer
someone who breaks trust, opposite of Damon's loyalty
用法筆記
Often appears paired with Pythias in the phrase 'Damon and Pythias', used to describe two very close friends who have proven their loyalty.