() - to hit & to strike

Tone 1

jī | 5 strokes | radical: 凵

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to hit;

to strike;

to attack;

to beat;

to knock;

to come in contact with

to hitto striketo attack

Usage highlights

to attackto striketo shootto assaultto collideto counterattack

Synonyms

  • to hit; to beat
  • to knock; to tap
  • to attack; to assault

Antonyms

  • to defend; to guard
  • to prevent; to defend against

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The boxer delivered a powerful punch (击拳).
  • The army launched an attack (攻击) at dawn.
  • He struck the drum with force (击鼓).
  • The goalkeeper made a great save (扑击).

Collocations

  • to attack(攻击)
  • to strike(打击)
  • to shoot(射击)
  • to assault(袭击)
  • to collide(撞击)
  • to counterattack(反击)

Idioms

  • Strike with the force of a thunderbolt(雷霆万钧)
  • Strike the east and attack the west(声东击西)
  • Strike while the iron is hot(趁热打铁)
  • A heavy blow to the head(迎头痛击)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally depicted striking a musical instrument, later extended to military attacks and physical impacts.
  • In martial arts, refers to various striking techniques and offensive movements.
  • Used in military strategy terms describing tactical maneuvers and assaults.

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