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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
袭击xíjīattack (esp. surprise attack)HSK 7, v, 16 strokes, rank #1190, Very Hard
袭击xíjīraidHSK 7, v, 16 strokes, rank #1190, Very Hard
袭击xíjīto attackHSK 7, v, 16 strokes, rank #1190, Very Hard
xíjī(xi2ji1)xi ji T2
  1. 1attack (esp. surprise attack)
  2. 2raid
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March 24, 2026

袭击(襲擊)xíjī(xi2ji1)

袭击 refers to an attack, particularly one that is unexpected or sudden, often implying a level of stealth or surprise. It is commonly used in both military contexts and in discussions of crime, where an individual or group launches an offensive action against another.

Strokes16Frequency#1190DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In contemporary Chinese media, 袭击 is frequently associated with discussions around national security and crime, reflecting the society's concerns about safety. The term can also appear in historical texts referencing military strategies.

Memory tip

Think of the character 袭 (xi2) as a 'cloak' that conceals an action, and 击 (ji1) as a 'strike' or 'hit.' Imagine a figure hiding under a cloak, suddenly striking out at an unsuspecting target, which captures the essence of a surprise attack.

Meanings of 袭击

xíjī(xi2ji1)
1attack (esp. surprise attack)
2raid
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About 袭击

袭击Simplified
襲擊Traditional
16Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#1190Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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突袭 (tūxí) - use 袭击 for an attack with an element of stealth, while 突袭 emphasizes the suddenness and surprise of the attack.

Usage Notes

Be cautious of the context in which you use 袭击, as it tends to carry a more serious connotation, often related to violence or warfare. Avoid using it in light-hearted or casual conversations. Common collocations include '进行袭击' (to carry out an attack) and '突袭' (surprise raid).

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, 袭击 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to conflict and action. Students should focus on understanding its usage in both formal contexts and news reports, particularly in phrases involving military or security discussions.

Common Mistakes

Some learners may confuse 袭击 with 攻击, using them interchangeably. Remember that 袭击 specifically refers to a surprise attack, while 攻击 is broader. Another common mistake is using 袭击 in casual contexts, where it may feel overly dramatic or inappropriate.

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Component characters

袭xíto attack
11 strokes龙
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击jīto hit
5 strokes凵
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How to say attack (esp. surprise attack) in Chinese

“attack (esp. surprise attack)” in Chinese is袭击xíjī

袭击 refers to an attack, particularly one that is unexpected or sudden, often implying a level of stealth or surprise. It is commonly used in both military contexts and in discussions of crime, where an individual or group launches an offensive action against another.

When to use 袭击

Be cautious of the context in which you use 袭击, as it tends to carry a more serious connotation, often related to violence or warfare. Avoid using it in light-hearted or casual conversations. Common collocations include '进行袭击' (to carry out an attack) and '突袭' (surprise raid).

袭击 or something close to it

突袭 (tūxí) - use 袭击 for an attack with an element of stealth, while 突袭 emphasizes the suddenness and surprise of the attack.

What learners get wrong

Some learners may confuse 袭击 with 攻击, using them interchangeably. Remember that 袭击 specifically refers to a surprise attack, while 攻击 is broader. Another common mistake is using 袭击 in casual contexts, where it may feel overly dramatic or inappropriate.

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Grammar patterns of 袭击

袭击 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 3 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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人们认为这些____是为了故意破坏会谈。

These attacks are seen as an effort to torpedo the talks.

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人们认为这些袭击是为了故意破坏会谈。

rénmen rènwéi zhèxiē xíjī shì wèile gùyì pòhuài huìtán。

These attacks are seen as an effort to torpedo the talks.
2
这名男子在一次疯狂的袭击中被刺死。

zhè míng nánzǐ zài yī cì fēngkuáng de xíjī zhōng bèi cì sǐ。

The man was stabbed to death in a frenzied attack.
3
这一起对毫无防御能力的孕妇的袭击,令人无比震惊。

zhè yìqǐ duì háowú fángyù nénglì de yùnfù de xíjī, lìng rén wúbǐ zhènjīng。

This was a sickening attack on a pregnant and defenceless woman.
4
警方逮捕了与其中一次袭击有关的5名青年男子。

jǐng fāng dàibǔ le yǔqí zhōng yī cì xíjī yǒuguān de5 míng qīngnián nánzǐ。

Police arrested five young men in connection with one of the attacks.
5
他的士兵袭击了瓜扎坦,擒获了一名俘虏。

tā de shìbīng xíjī le guā zā tǎn, qín huò le yī míng fúlǔ。

His men made a sortie to Guazatan and took a prisoner.
6
当局声称在两次不相关的袭击中已有6名平民丧生。

dāng jú shēngchēng zài liǎng cì bù xiāngguān de xíjī zhōng yǐ yǒu6 míng píngmín sàngshēng。

The authorities say six civilians have been killed in two separate attacks.
7
摩根派遣部队同时袭击了两个据点。

mó gēn pàiqiǎn bùduì tóngshí xíjī le liǎng gè jù diǎn。

Dividing his command, Morgan assailed both strongholds at the same time.
8
两个家伙在停车场用球棒袭击了我。

liǎng gè jiāhuo zài tíngchēchǎng yòng qiú bàng xíjī le wǒ。

Two guys jumped me with clubs in the carpark.
9
他呼吁任何看见袭击者的人提供信息。

tā hūyù rènhé kànjiàn xíjī zhě de rén tígōng xìnxī。

He appealed for information from anyone who saw the attackers.
10
一群手持刀棒的人袭击了他家。

yī qún shǒu chí dāo bàng de rén xíjī le tā jiā。

Men armed with knives and clubs attacked his home.

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Frequently asked questions about 袭击

While both terms mean 'to attack,' 袭击 emphasizes the element of surprise, whereas 攻击 is more general and can refer to any form of attack.

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