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抢夺 (qiǎngduó) vs 抢劫 (qiǎngjié): Use 抢劫 when the act involves robbery with intimidation; use 抢夺 for seizing or taking something without necessarily implying robbery.
Learners often confuse 抢劫 with other terms for theft, such as 偷 (to steal), which is less forceful. This term is typically used in formal contexts, particularly in law enforcement and media. Be careful with the tones; a mispronunciation can change the meaning entirely.
As an HSK 6 word, 抢劫 connects with other vocabulary related to crime and law, such as 盗窃 (theft) and 犯罪 (crime). Focus on its usage in complex sentences to express ideas about safety and societal issues.
Learners often mix up 抢劫 with 盗窃 (theft), using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我想去抢劫' (I want to go steal) is incorrect; it should clarify the context of using force: '我想去抢劫银行' (I want to rob the bank).
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How to say to rob in Chinese
“to rob” in Chinese is抢劫
抢劫 (qiang3 jie2) refers to the act of robbing or looting, typically involving the use of force or intimidation. This term is commonly used in legal contexts and discussions about crime, as well as in news reports regarding theft and robbery incidents.
When to use 抢劫
Learners often confuse 抢劫 with other terms for theft, such as 偷 (to steal), which is less forceful. This term is typically used in formal contexts, particularly in law enforcement and media. Be careful with the tones; a mispronunciation can change the meaning entirely.
抢劫 or something close to it
抢夺 (qiǎngduó) vs 抢劫 (qiǎngjié): Use 抢劫 when the act involves robbery with intimidation; use 抢夺 for seizing or taking something without necessarily implying robbery.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mix up 抢劫 with 盗窃 (theft), using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我想去抢劫' (I want to go steal) is incorrect; it should clarify the context of using force: '我想去抢劫银行' (I want to rob the bank).
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Grammar Patterns of 抢劫
抢劫 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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我们通常以为被拦路____的受害者是老年人。
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Cultural Notes for 抢劫
While robbery is a crime in both cultures, Western narratives often focus on the psychological motives behind robbers, whereas Chinese discussions may emphasize social issues that lead to such crimes.
Frequently Asked Questions about 抢劫
It's not commonly used in casual conversation but may arise in discussions about crime or news.
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