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March 24, 2026
战术(戰術)zhànshù(zhan4shu4)
战术 (zhànshù) refers to the specific methods and strategies employed to achieve military objectives or win battles. It is often used in both military contexts and in broader strategic discussions, such as business or sports, highlighting the importance of planning and execution in achieving goals.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 战术 is deeply rooted in historical military strategies, such as those found in Sun Tzu's 'The Art of War.' This text emphasizes the importance of strategy and clever tactics in achieving success, influencing both military and business practices in China.
Memory Tip
Think of 战 (zhàn) as a 'battle' and 术 (shù) as 'skill' or 'art.' Imagine a military general who masters the art of battle, using clever tactics to outsmart the enemy. Visualize a chessboard where each move represents a tactical decision.
Meanings of 战术
zhànshù(zhan4shu4)
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About 战术
战术Simplified
戰術Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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战法 (zhànfǎ) - use 战术 (zhànshù) when referring specifically to the overall strategies and planning, while 战法 (zhànfǎ) emphasizes the methods or techniques used in a battle.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 战 (zhàn) as a 'battle' and 术 (shù) as 'skill' or 'art.' Imagine a military general who masters the art of battle, using clever tactics to outsmart the enemy. Visualize a chessboard where each move represents a tactical decision.
Usage Notes
Be mindful that while 战术 can refer to military tactics, it can also apply to any strategic approach in various fields like business or sports. Avoid confusing it with 战争 (zhànzhēng), which means 'war,' as 战术 refers specifically to the methods used in warfare rather than the conflict itself.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 战术 connects to other advanced vocabulary related to strategy and planning. Focus on using it in sentences that discuss strategic decision-making, as this will help reinforce its meaning in context.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 战术 is deeply rooted in historical military strategies, such as those found in Sun Tzu's 'The Art of War.' This text emphasizes the importance of strategy and clever tactics in achieving success, influencing both military and business practices in China.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 战术 with 战争 (zhànzhēng) and use it incorrectly in contexts that refer to war as a whole. For example, saying '战术是战争' is incorrect; instead, use '战术是赢得战争的关键.'
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Grammar Patterns of 战术
战术 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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“哈哈，”所有人都大笑起来，“这是维夫的一招出奇制胜的____。”
"Ha, ha," everyone guffawed. "It's one of Viv's shock tactics."
The infantry would use hit and run tactics to slow attacking forces.
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他重新树立自己地位的机会因教练的战术而流产了。
tā zhòng xīn shù lì zì jǐ dì wèi de jī huì yīn jiào liàn de zhàn shù ér liú chǎn le。
His opportunity to re-establish himself had been nobbled by the manager's tactics.
Cultural Notes for 战术
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of 战术 is deeply rooted in historical military strategies, such as those found in Sun Tzu's 'The Art of War.' This text emphasizes the importance of strategy and clever tactics in achieving success, influencing both military and business practices in China.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, tactics may also emphasize individualism and personal strategy, whereas in Chinese culture, collective strategies and harmony in execution are often more valued.
Frequently Asked Questions about 战术
You can say '这场比赛的战术非常成功,' meaning 'The tactics in this match were very successful.'
No, while it originates from military terminology, it is now widely used in business and sports to describe strategic approaches.
战术 refers to specific tactics, while 策略 (cèlüè) refers to broader strategies or plans.
