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March 24, 2026
冲刺(衝刺)chōngcì(chong1ci4)
冲刺 (chōngcì) refers to the act of sprinting or dashing, often used in contexts where someone is making a big effort to reach a goal quickly. This term is commonly used in sports or competitive environments, as well as metaphorically in academic or professional settings to denote a final push to complete a task or project.
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Cultural Note
In the context of Chinese sports culture, '冲刺' is often used during major athletic events, where athletes give their all in the final moments of a race, embodying the spirit of perseverance and determination.
Memory Tip
Imagine a runner dashing towards the finish line with all their might, '冲' (chōng) represents rushing forward, and '刺' (cì) can be visualized as a sharp point, symbolizing the urgency and intensity of the sprint. Think of the sound of 'chong' as the runner's breath and 'ci' as the finish line they are piercing through.
Meanings of 冲刺
chōngcì(chong1ci4)
1to sprint
2to spurt
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About 冲刺
冲刺Simplified
衝刺Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast
冲 (chōng) vs 奔 (bèn) — use 冲刺 when emphasizing a final burst of speed towards a goal, while 奔 focuses more on the act of running or rushing without the same goal-oriented nuance.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a runner dashing towards the finish line with all their might, '冲' (chōng) represents rushing forward, and '刺' (cì) can be visualized as a sharp point, symbolizing the urgency and intensity of the sprint. Think of the sound of 'chong' as the runner's breath and 'ci' as the finish line they are piercing through.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone; '冲' (chōng) is first tone and '刺' (cì) is fourth tone. This word is informal and often used in spoken language. Common collocations include '冲刺阶段' (chōngcì jiēduàn, sprint phase) and '全力冲刺' (quánlì chōngcì, sprint with full effort).
In the context of Chinese sports culture, '冲刺' is often used during major athletic events, where athletes give their all in the final moments of a race, embodying the spirit of perseverance and determination.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 冲刺 with 冲洗 (chōngxǐ, to rinse) due to the similar pronunciation. Remember that 冲刺 pertains to speed and effort, while 冲洗 is about washing something.
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Cultural Notes for 冲刺
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In the context of Chinese sports culture, '冲刺' is often used during major athletic events, where athletes give their all in the final moments of a race, embodying the spirit of perseverance and determination.
Frequently Asked Questions about 冲刺
You can say '我在项目的最后阶段进行冲刺' (I am sprinting in the final stage of the project).
No, 冲刺 can also be used metaphorically for any intense effort to achieve a goal, like studying for exams.
Synonyms include 奔跑 (bēnpǎo, to run) and 努力 (nǔlì, to strive), though they carry slightly different nuances.
