击 (jī) - to hit & to strike
击 · jī
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
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.