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射击 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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射击
shèjī
to shoot
HSK 6, vn, 15 strokes, rank #2853, Hard
射击
shèjī
to fire (a gun)
HSK 6, vn, 15 strokes, rank #2853, Hard
shèjī(she4ji1)she ji T4
1to shoot
2to fire (a gun)
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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.
Strokes15Frequency#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
15Strokes
—Radical
名动词dòngcíverb-noun (v.-n.)Part of Speech
#2853Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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射 (shè) vs 射箭 (shèjiàn) — choose 射击 when referring to shooting with firearms, while 射箭 specifically pertains to archery.
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.
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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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.
When to use 射击
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.
射击 or something close to it
射 (shè) vs 射箭 (shèjiàn) — choose 射击 when referring to shooting with firearms, while 射箭 specifically pertains to archery.
What learners get wrong
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.
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射击场被一排排深红色的灯光设备从下面照亮了.
shèjī chǎng bèi yī pái pái shēn hóngsè de dēngguāng shèbèi cóng xiàmiàn zhào liàng le.
The shooting-range is lit from underneath by rows of ruby-red light fittings.
2
警方的射击手开火回击时，购物者们躲在汽车后面。
jǐng fāng de shèjī shǒu kāi huǒ huí jī shí， gòuwù zhě men duǒ zài qìchē hòumiàn。
Shoppers took cover behind cars as police marksmen returned fire.
3
他们在烟雾中迷失了方向，向里面胡乱射击了一通。
tāmen zài yān wù zhōng míshī le fāngxiàng， xiàng lǐmiàn húluàn shèjī le yī tōng。
They were disorientated by the smoke and were firing blindly into it.
Scientists are researching a new technology to improve shooting accuracy.
15
他在战场上射击时，必须保持极高的专注力。
Tā zài zhànchǎng shàng shèjī shí, bìxū bǎochí jí gāo de zhuānzhù lì.
When shooting on the battlefield, he must maintain a high level of concentration.
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Cultural Notes for 射击
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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'.
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