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March 24, 2026
攻击(攻擊)gōngjī(gong1ji1)
The term "攻击" refers to the act of attacking, whether in a military context or through verbal accusations. It can denote both physical assaults and figurative attacks, such as criticizing someone's character or actions. In discussions, it is commonly used to describe aggressive behavior or strategies in various scenarios, including sports and debate.
Frequency#1107DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of attack can extend beyond physical confrontation, often reflecting the importance of face and reputation. Accusations in public settings can have significant social repercussions, highlighting the cultural value placed on maintaining harmony.
Memory Tip
Imagine a fierce warrior (攻) wielding a sword (击) ready to attack. The character 攻 combines the concept of assaulting (攻) with the act of striking (击), making it easier to remember the pronunciation 'gong1 ji1' as you visualize this powerful strike.
Meanings of 攻击
gōngjī(gong1ji1)
1to attack
2to accuse
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About 攻击
攻击Simplified
攻擊Traditional
—Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#1107Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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AI Study Notes for 攻击
Quick Contrast
攻击 (attack) vs 进攻 (offensive) — use 攻击 for a broader range of aggressive actions, including verbal attacks, while 进攻 is more specific to military or sports offensives.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a fierce warrior (攻) wielding a sword (击) ready to attack. The character 攻 combines the concept of assaulting (攻) with the act of striking (击), making it easier to remember the pronunciation 'gong1 ji1' as you visualize this powerful strike.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of the context when using 攻击; it can imply both physical and verbal aggression. It is often used in formal discussions about military strategies or in legal terms when discussing accusations. Common collocations include '攻击敌人' (attack the enemy) and '网络攻击' (cyber attack).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 攻击 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to conflict and criticism. Focus on its usage in formal contexts and practice constructing sentences that illustrate both its physical and metaphorical meanings.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of attack can extend beyond physical confrontation, often reflecting the importance of face and reputation. Accusations in public settings can have significant social repercussions, highlighting the cultural value placed on maintaining harmony.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 攻击 with 进攻 (to advance in attack), which is more specific to military actions. For example, saying '我攻击他' (I attack him) is correct, but using 进攻 in a non-military context can lead to confusion.
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Grammar Patterns of 攻击
攻击 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 4 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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警察以携带____性武器为由逮捕了我。
The police nicked me for carrying an offensive weapon.
Example Sentences for 攻击 (10)
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警察以携带攻击性武器为由逮捕了我。
jǐng chá yǐ xié dài gōng jī xìng wǔ qì wéi yóu dài bǔ le wǒ。
The police nicked me for carrying an offensive weapon.
2
这位航海家的名誉受到了历史修正主义者的攻击。
zhè wèi háng hǎi jiā de míng yù shòu dào le lì shǐ xiū zhèng zhǔ yì zhě de gōng jī。
The reputation of the navigator is under assault from historical revisionists.
The unrest capped a weekend of right-wing attacks on foreigners.
4
西班牙媒体昨天仍然在攻击英国媒体。
xī bān yá méi tǐ zuó tiān réng rán zài gōng jī yīng guó méi tǐ。
The Spanish media were still sniping at the British press yesterday.
5
步兵团受到火力攻击时比利时人向后撤退。
bù bīng tuán shòu dào huǒ lì gōng jī shí bǐ lì shí rén xiàng hòu chè tuì。
The Belgians fell back as the infantry came under fire.
6
他未能干净利落地同那起攻击事件撇清关系。
tā wèi néng gān jìng lì luò dì tóng nà qǐ gōng jī shì jiàn piē qīng guān xì。
He has failed to dissociate himself clearly and unambiguously from the attack.
7
那是一次非常恶劣且骇人的攻击。
nà shì yī cì fēi cháng è liè qiě hài rén de gōng jī。
It was a very unpleasant and frightening attack.
8
那条蛇盘绕起来准备攻击。
nà tiáo shé pán rào qǐ lái zhǔn bèi gōng jī。
The snake coiled up, ready to strike.
9
警方对那起攻击的凶残感到震惊。
jǐng fāng duì nà qǐ gōng jī de xiōng cán gǎn dào zhèn jīng。
The police were shocked by the ferocity of the attack.
10
操作系统可能会因为木马病毒的攻击而中止。
cāo zuò xì tǒng kě néng huì yīn wéi mù mǎ bìng dú de gōng jī ér zhōng zhǐ。
Operating systems can be brought to a halt by a Trojan Horse.
Cultural Notes for 攻击
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of attack can extend beyond physical confrontation, often reflecting the importance of face and reputation. Accusations in public settings can have significant social repercussions, highlighting the cultural value placed on maintaining harmony.
Frequently Asked Questions about 攻击
Yes, 攻击 can refer to verbal attacks or accusations, not just physical assaults.
It is more commonly used in formal contexts, such as news reports or discussions about military strategies.
Phrases like '进行攻击' (to launch an attack) and '进行口头攻击' (to verbally attack) are frequently used.
