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枪毙 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
枪毙qiāngbìto execute by firing squadHSK 7, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #11801, Very Hard
枪毙qiāngbìto shoot deadHSK 7, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #11801, Very Hard
枪毙qiāngbìfig. to discardHSK 7, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #11801, Very Hard
枪毙qiāngbìto get rid ofHSK 7, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #11801, Very Hard
qiāngbì(qiang1bi4)qiang bi T1
  1. 1to execute by firing squad
  2. 2to shoot dead
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March 24, 2026

枪毙(槍斃)qiāngbì(qiang1bi4)

The term 枪毙 (qiāngbì) refers to executing someone by firing squad, typically in a military or governmental context. It can also be used figuratively to mean discarding or getting rid of something, often implying a sense of finality or decisiveness in the action.

Strokes18Frequency#11801DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In modern Chinese history, the term 枪毙 is closely associated with political executions, particularly during tumultuous times. It reflects the gravity of state power and the legal system in China.

Memory tip

Imagine a soldier holding a gun (枪, qiāng) and decisively putting an end to a situation (毙, bì) with a loud bang. Visualize the gun as the tool of both execution and eliminating unwanted items, linking the characters to their meanings.

Meanings of 枪毙

qiāngbì(qiang1bi4)
1to execute by firing squad
2to shoot dead
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About 枪毙

枪毙Simplified
槍斃Traditional
18Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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处决 (chǔjué) - while both terms refer to execution, 枪毙 specifically denotes execution by firing squad, whereas 处决 is a more general term for execution.

Usage Notes

While 枪毙 is a strong term often used in serious contexts, using it informally may lead to misunderstandings. Be cautious of using it in casual conversations, and note that its figurative use is less common. It’s essential to use the correct tone for each character; 'qiāng' is first tone while 'bì' is fourth tone.

HSK Study Tips

Though not part of the official HSK vocabulary, understanding 枪毙 can enrich your comprehension of contemporary issues in Chinese society, especially regarding law and order. Students should focus on recognizing the characters and their tones, as well as the context in which such terms might arise.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse the context of 枪毙, using it inappropriately in casual settings. For example, saying '我枪毙这个问题' (I will execute this problem) is incorrect; a more suitable phrase would be '我解决这个问题' (I will solve this problem).

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Component characters

枪qiānggun
HSK 68 strokes木
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毙bìto kill; to die a violent death
10 strokes比
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How to say to execute by firing squad in Chinese

“to execute by firing squad” in Chinese is枪毙qiāngbì

The term 枪毙 (qiāngbì) refers to executing someone by firing squad, typically in a military or governmental context. It can also be used figuratively to mean discarding or getting rid of something, often implying a sense of finality or decisiveness in the action.

When to use 枪毙

While 枪毙 is a strong term often used in serious contexts, using it informally may lead to misunderstandings. Be cautious of using it in casual conversations, and note that its figurative use is less common. It’s essential to use the correct tone for each character; 'qiāng' is first tone while 'bì' is fourth tone.

枪毙 or something close to it

处决 (chǔjué) - while both terms refer to execution, 枪毙 specifically denotes execution by firing squad, whereas 处决 is a more general term for execution.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse the context of 枪毙, using it inappropriately in casual settings. For example, saying '我枪毙这个问题' (I will execute this problem) is incorrect; a more suitable phrase would be '我解决这个问题' (I will solve this problem).

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It literally means 'to execute by firing squad'.

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