You use strike when workers stop working. They do this because they want more money or better rules. It is a big protest at work.
When employees are unhappy, they might go on strike. This means they stop doing their jobs until the boss listens to them. It is common in many countries.
To strike is a collective action where employees refuse to work. This is usually organized by a labor union. It is a way to negotiate for better conditions or salaries.
The term strike implies a deliberate stoppage of work. It is a significant industrial action. You might hear phrases like 'the union voted to strike' or 'the strike lasted for two weeks.'
Beyond the literal labor context, strike can be used figuratively to describe a sudden occurrence or an act of hitting. However, its primary association remains with organized labor disputes. It carries a tone of defiance and collective power.
Etymologically, strike reflects the 'striking' of tools, marking a historical shift in labor relations. In literary or formal contexts, it may denote a sudden impact or a decisive action. Its usage requires an understanding of the power dynamics between entities.
罢工 en 30 segundos
- Strike means to stop working.
- It is a form of protest.
- Commonly used in labor contexts.
- Past tense is struck.
When we talk about striking in a professional context, we are referring to a powerful tool used by employees. It is a collective action where workers stop performing their duties to show their employer that they are unhappy with their current situation.
Think of it as a way for the workforce to say, 'We are not going to work until our voices are heard.' It is often the last resort after negotiations have failed, making it a very significant event in any workplace or industry.
The word strike has a fascinating history. It comes from the Old English word strican, which originally meant 'to stroke' or 'to pass over.' Over time, it evolved to mean 'to hit' or 'to deal a blow.'
By the 18th century, the term began to be used in the context of labor. Workers would 'strike their tools,' meaning they would physically put them down or stop using them to show they were finished with work for the day. This literal action of putting down tools eventually became the standard term for a organized protest.
You will most commonly hear this used as 'go on strike' or 'call a strike.' It is a formal term often found in news reports, political discussions, and business settings.
While it is a serious term, it is used quite frequently in daily conversation when discussing labor unions or public services. Remember that it is a verb, so you can say 'The workers plan to strike on Monday' or 'They are striking for better pay.' It is a strong, active word.
1. Strike a balance: To find a middle ground between two things. Example: We need to strike a balance between work and life.
2. Strike gold: To suddenly become very successful. Example: The startup really struck gold with their new app.
3. Strike up a conversation: To start talking to someone. Example: I tried to strike up a conversation with the person next to me.
4. Strike while the iron is hot: To act immediately when an opportunity arises. Example: You should apply for that job now; strike while the iron is hot!
5. Strike a chord: To cause someone to feel a particular emotion. Example: Her speech really struck a chord with the audience.
The verb strike is irregular. The past tense is struck, and the past participle is also struck (or sometimes stricken in specific contexts). The IPA pronunciation is /straɪk/.
It rhymes with words like hike, bike, and like. It is a single-syllable word, so the stress is always on that one vowel sound. When using it in a sentence, you usually follow it with a preposition like 'for' (striking for higher wages) or 'against' (striking against the company).
Dato curioso
Originally, workers would literally strike their tools on the ground.
Guía de pronunciación
- Pronouncing the 'i' as a short sound
- Adding an extra syllable
- Dropping the 'k' sound
Nivel de dificultad
Easy to understand context
Commonly used
Clear pronunciation
Easy to hear
Qué aprender después
Requisitos previos
Aprende después
Avanzado
Gramática que debes saber
Irregular Verbs
strike-struck-struck
Ejemplos por nivel
The workers strike today.
workers stop work
simple present
They will strike soon.
future action
future tense
Why do they strike?
asking reason
question form
The strike is over.
finished
noun usage
I saw a strike.
witnessed
past tense
Don't strike now.
negative command
imperative
They want to strike.
desire
infinitive
Many people strike.
large group
quantifier
The teachers decided to strike for better pay.
The strike caused many buses to stop.
They are planning to strike next month.
The company is worried about a possible strike.
Workers voted to strike yesterday.
The strike ended after three days.
Many employees joined the strike.
Is it legal to strike here?
The union called a strike to protest the new policy.
The strike had a major impact on the city's transport.
They have been on strike for over a week now.
The management refused to negotiate during the strike.
Public services were disrupted by the strike.
Workers are threatening to strike if demands aren't met.
The strike was organized by the local union.
It is rare for this industry to strike.
The threat of a strike forced the company to reconsider.
A prolonged strike can lead to significant economic losses.
The workers went on strike to demand safer working conditions.
The government intervened to prevent a nationwide strike.
After weeks of negotiation, the strike was finally averted.
The strike action was supported by the majority of staff.
Striking is a fundamental right for many workers.
The media covered the strike extensively.
The impending strike cast a shadow over the upcoming merger.
The union leaders were accused of orchestrating an illegal strike.
The strike served as a catalyst for major legislative reform.
Despite the strike, the factory managed to maintain partial production.
The strike was characterized by a strong sense of solidarity.
Concerns were raised about the long-term viability of the strike.
The strike highlighted the deep-seated grievances of the workforce.
The company's refusal to concede only fueled the strike.
The strike was the culmination of months of simmering industrial unrest.
The sheer scale of the strike paralyzed the nation's logistics network.
The strike acted as a poignant reminder of the power of collective bargaining.
The strike was not merely about wages, but about the dignity of labor.
The strike was a watershed moment in the history of the labor movement.
The strike prompted a flurry of intense diplomatic negotiations.
The strike underscored the fragility of the current labor agreement.
The strike was met with both public sympathy and logistical frustration.
Colocaciones comunes
Modismos y expresiones
"strike a balance"
find a middle ground
Try to strike a balance between study and play.
neutral"strike gold"
find success
They really struck gold with that idea.
casual"strike a chord"
resonate with someone
His story struck a chord with me.
neutral"strike while the iron is hot"
act quickly when the time is right
Don't wait, strike while the iron is hot.
neutral"strike up a conversation"
start talking
I struck up a conversation with the stranger.
neutral"strike out"
fail
He struck out on his first attempt.
casualFácil de confundir
Past tense form
Struck is the past, strike is present.
They struck yesterday.
Looks like the verb
Striking is often an adjective.
A striking view.
Patrones de oraciones
Subject + go on + strike
They went on strike.
Subject + strike + for + noun
They strike for better pay.
Subject + threaten to + strike
They threatened to strike.
Familia de palabras
Sustantivos
Verbos
Adjetivos
Relacionado
Cómo usarlo
7
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Using 'strike' as a noun without an article
→
The strike
It is a countable noun.
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Confusing 'struck' with 'striken'
→
struck
Struck is the past tense.
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Saying 'strike work'
→
go on strike
Use the prepositional phrase.
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Using 'strike' for any disagreement
→
protest or dispute
Strike is specific to labor.
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Misspelling as 'stryke'
→
strike
Correct spelling is strike.
Consejos
Memory Palace
Imagine a factory gate with signs.
Native Usage
Used in news headlines.
Cultural Insight
Labor history is important.
Grammar Shortcut
Use 'go on' before strike.
Say It Right
Rhymes with bike.
Don't Make This Mistake
Don't say 'strike work'.
Did You Know?
Old English origin.
Study Smart
Read news about labor.
Memorízalo
Mnemotecnia
STRIKE: Stop The Regular Industry, Keep Everything!
Asociación visual
A picket line with signs.
Word Web
Desafío
Write a sentence using 'strike' and 'union'.
Origen de la palabra
Old English
Significado original: to stroke or pass over
Contexto cultural
Can be a sensitive topic in political discussions.
Strikes are a well-recognized part of labor history in the US and UK.
Practica en la vida real
Contextos reales
Workplace
- go on strike
- negotiate terms
- picket line
News
- nationwide strike
- industrial action
- union leaders
Inicios de conversación
"Have you ever seen a strike?"
"Do you think strikes are effective?"
"What do you think about labor unions?"
Temas para diario
Describe a time you saw a protest.
Why do workers go on strike?
How can companies avoid strikes?
Preguntas frecuentes
8 preguntasNo, it can mean to hit or occur.
A strike without union approval.
Struck.
Yes, like 'strike a pose'.
It is both.
Depends on the country and laws.
Where strikers stand.
Yes, it can last hours or months.
Ponte a prueba 5 preguntas
The workers decided to ___ for better pay.
Strike is the correct term for labor protest.
What does 'go on strike' mean?
It means stopping work to protest.
A strike is a form of collective action.
Yes, it involves a group of employees.
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Perfect score!
Summary
A strike is a powerful tool used by workers to demand change.
- Strike means to stop working.
- It is a form of protest.
- Commonly used in labor contexts.
- Past tense is struck.
Memory Palace
Imagine a factory gate with signs.
Native Usage
Used in news headlines.
Cultural Insight
Labor history is important.
Grammar Shortcut
Use 'go on' before strike.
Ejemplo
工人们决定罢工，要求提高工资。
Contenido relacionado
Más palabras de work
充裕的
B2Abundant, ample, or sufficient in quantity.
事故
A2accident; mishap
依照
A2According to; in accordance with.
准确地
A2accurately, precisely
做到
A2to achieve; to accomplish
积极地
A2actively; enthusiastically
应变
B2Adaptive; capable of dealing with emergencies.
行政
A2Administration; the management of affairs.
过后
A2Afterwards; at a later or subsequent time.
赞同
A2To approve of, to endorse; to agree with or support.
