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March 24, 2026
射击(射擊)shèjī(she4ji1)
射击 (shè jī) means to shoot or to fire, typically in the context of using a firearm. It is commonly used in military, sports, and hunting contexts. While it conveys the act of shooting, it can also imply precision and skill, especially in competitive scenarios.
Frequency#2853DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
射击 is linked to China's growing interest in shooting sports, particularly with events like the Olympics where China has achieved significant success. It reflects a blend of modern sports culture and traditional hunting practices.
Memory Tip
Imagine a sharpshooter aiming at a target. The character 射 (shè) resembles an arrow being shot, while击 (jī) can be thought of as the impact of the shot hitting the target. Visualize the arrow flying swiftly to remember both the action and the sound of the shot.
Meanings of 射击
shèjī(she4ji1)
1to shoot
2to fire (a gun)
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About 射击
射击Simplified
射擊Traditional
—Strokes
—Radical
名动词dòngcíverb-noun (v.-n.)Part of Speech
#2853Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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AI Study Notes for 射击
Quick Contrast
射 (shè) vs 射箭 (shèjiàn) — choose 射击 when referring to shooting with firearms, while 射箭 specifically pertains to archery.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a sharpshooter aiming at a target. The character 射 (shè) resembles an arrow being shot, while击 (jī) can be thought of as the impact of the shot hitting the target. Visualize the arrow flying swiftly to remember both the action and the sound of the shot.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone; 射 (shè) has a falling tone and is often confused with 设 (shè, to set up) which has different meanings. This term is more formal and used in structured contexts like military training or shooting sports, while casual usage might not convey the same connotation of skill.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 射击 connects with vocabulary related to sports and physical activities. Students should practice using it in sentences related to both recreational shooting and competitive shooting contexts to gain fluency.
Cultural Note
射击 is linked to China's growing interest in shooting sports, particularly with events like the Olympics where China has achieved significant success. It reflects a blend of modern sports culture and traditional hunting practices.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 射击 with the verb 打, mistakenly using it in contexts unrelated to firearms. For example, saying '我打击篮球' (Wǒ dǎ jī lánqiú) instead of '我打篮球' (Wǒ dǎ lánqiú, meaning 'I play basketball') is incorrect.
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Grammar Patterns of 射击
射击 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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____场被一排排深红色的灯光设备从下面照亮了.
The shooting-range is lit from underneath by rows of ruby-red light fittings.
I have been a shooter for 16 years and enjoy my sport.
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她拿起枪，冷静地连续射击，弹无虚发。
tā ná qǐ qiāng， ， lěng jìng dì lián xù shè， jī ， dàn wú。
She took the gun and blazed away with calm and deadly accuracy.
7
几秒钟内，其他的士兵也开始射击。
jī miǎo zhōng nèi， ， qí tā de shì bīng yě kāi shǐ shè。
Within seconds the other soldiers began firing too.
8
她举枪射击。
tā jǔ qiāng shè jī。
She raised the gun and fired.
9
当敌人爬向对面的山崖时, 我们举枪向上朝他们射击.
dāng dí rén pá xiàng duì miàn de shān yá shí, , wǒ mén jǔ qiāng xiàng shàng zhāo tā mén shè.
As the enemy climbed the opposite cliff , we sloped our firing to follow them.
Cultural Notes for 射击
🏮Cultural insight
射击 is linked to China's growing interest in shooting sports, particularly with events like the Olympics where China has achieved significant success. It reflects a blend of modern sports culture and traditional hunting practices.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, shooting is often associated with hunting and recreational sports, while in China, it is increasingly seen as a competitive sport, with government regulations around firearm ownership differing greatly.
Frequently Asked Questions about 射击
射 is specifically used for shooting, often with firearms, while 打 generally means to hit or strike and can refer to a broader range of actions.
Yes, 射击 can refer to shooting with arrows, but it's more commonly associated with firearms.
You can say '我喜欢射击运动' (Wǒ xǐhuān shèjī yùndòng), meaning 'I enjoy shooting sports'.
