Chinese Character: 击
1. Character Basics
Radical: 又 (yòu, hand radical)
Stroke Count: 5
Stroke Order:
2. Pronunciation
Pinyin: jī
3. Meaning
English meaning: hit, strike, attack
4. Common Words
- 打击 (dǎ jī) - strike, attack, hit
- 攻击 (gōng jī) - attack, assault
- 击败 (jī bài) - defeat, beat
- 击中 (jī zhòng) - hit, strike
- 击退 (jī tuì) - repel, drive back
5. Grammar & Usage
Usage notes:
- 主要用作动词，表示打击、攻击的动作
- 可以组成复合词，表示各种攻击或打击行为
- 常用于军事、体育和竞赛场景
6. Cultural Background
The character "击" originally depicted a hand holding a stick to hit something. In Chinese culture, it is often associated with military actions, sports competitions, and defeating opponents.
7. Example Sentence
Chinese: 中国拳击选手击败了对手。
Pinyin: Zhōngguó quánjī xuǎnshǒu jībàile duìshǒu.
English: The Chinese boxer defeated his opponent.
8. Memory Tips
Mnemonic: The character "击" consists of "土" (earth) and "手" (hand). Imagine using your hand to hit the ground or something solid.