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March 24, 2026
进攻(進攻)jìngōng(jin4gong1)
The term 进攻 (jìn gōng) refers to the act of attacking or going on the offensive, often used in military, sports, or competitive contexts. It conveys a proactive approach, emphasizing the initiative in an attack rather than a defensive posture.
Strokes14Frequency#2560DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese sports culture, especially in basketball and soccer, 进攻 is a critical concept, reflecting the importance of offensive strategies in winning games. It highlights the value placed on taking the initiative, often celebrated in sports commentary.
Memory Tip
Imagine a soldier (进) 'going in' (进) towards the enemy, with a strong connotation of moving forward to 'attack' (攻). Visualize this soldier charging with determination, representing both the action of 'advancing' and the 'attack' itself.
Meanings of 进攻
jìngōng(jin4gong1)
1to attack
2to assault
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About 进攻
进攻Simplified
進攻Traditional
14Strokes
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#2560Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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攻击 (gōngjī) vs 进攻 (jìngōng): Use 攻击 when emphasizing the act of assaulting or striking, while 进攻 focuses more on the strategic aspect of initiating an attack.
Usage Notes
It's important to use 进攻 in contexts that imply aggression or initiative, as using it in a passive context can lead to misunderstandings. Common collocations include 进攻策略 (attack strategy) and 进攻队伍 (offensive team), and be cautious with the tone; both characters are pronounced with a falling tone for proper emphasis.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 进攻 connects well with other action verbs and military-related vocabulary. Students should focus on how it fits into discussions about strategies or competitions, enhancing their ability to express dynamic actions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 进攻 with 防守, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我防守了对手' (I attacked the opponent) instead of '我进攻了对手' (I attacked the opponent) can mislead the intended action.
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The term 进攻 (jìn gōng) refers to the act of attacking or going on the offensive, often used in military, sports, or competitive contexts. It conveys a proactive approach, emphasizing the initiative in an attack rather than a defensive posture.
When to use 进攻
It's important to use 进攻 in contexts that imply aggression or initiative, as using it in a passive context can lead to misunderstandings. Common collocations include 进攻策略 (attack strategy) and 进攻队伍 (offensive team), and be cautious with the tone; both characters are pronounced with a falling tone for proper emphasis.
进攻 or something close to it
攻击 (gōngjī) vs 进攻 (jìngōng): Use 攻击 when emphasizing the act of assaulting or striking, while 进攻 focuses more on the strategic aspect of initiating an attack.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 进攻 with 防守, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我防守了对手' (I attacked the opponent) instead of '我进攻了对手' (I attacked the opponent) can mislead the intended action.
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Grammar Patterns of 进攻
进攻 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 6 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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比赛形势决定了他们要打防守战而不是____战。
Circumstances dictated that they played a defensive rather than attacking game.
Example Sentences for 进攻 (10)
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比赛形势决定了他们要打防守战而不是进攻战。
bǐ sài xíng shì jué dìng le tā mén yào dǎ fáng shǒu zhàn ér bù shì jìn gōng zhàn。
Circumstances dictated that they played a defensive rather than attacking game.
