Attack refers to both physical force and verbal criticism.
Word in 30 Seconds
- To use force against someone or something.
- To criticize someone or their ideas strongly.
- Commonly used in sports, military, and digital contexts.
使用模式：‘攻击’通常作为及物动词使用，后面直接接宾语。例如：‘攻击敌人’、‘攻击对手的观点’。在某些语境下，它也可以作为名词使用，如‘遭受攻击’。
- 1常见语境：在军事新闻中，常指军队的行动；在体育竞技中，指球队向对方球门发起的进攻；在互联网时代，‘网络攻击’（Cyber attack）是一个非常高频的词汇；在社交媒体上，‘言语攻击’指对他人的恶意谩骂。
Examples
那支球队在下半场发起了猛烈的攻击。
everydayThe team launched a fierce attack in the second half.
该报告对现行的经济政策进行了严厉的攻击。
formalThe report launched a harsh attack on current economic policies.
别攻击我的朋友！
informalDon't attack my friend!
黑客正在试图对服务器进行攻击。
academicHackers are attempting to attack the server.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
猛烈攻击
Fierce attack
人身攻击
Personal attack
发起攻击
Initiate an attack
Often Confused With
Refers specifically to military or sports movement towards an objective. It sounds more strategic and proactive than the general term 'attack'.
Refers strictly to verbal or written criticism. It does not imply physical force.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The word '攻击' is versatile but carries a strong sense of hostility. In formal settings, it is often used to describe critical analysis or military action. Avoid using it in casual social settings unless you intend to sound confrontational.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use '攻击' when they mean 'criticize' (批评). While they overlap, '攻击' implies a much harsher and more malicious intent than '批评'. Always check if the action is meant to be constructive or destructive.
Tips
Focus on the context of the action
Always check if you are talking about physical violence or just a harsh argument. Using the wrong context can change the meaning of your sentence.
Avoid using it for casual disagreements
Do not use '攻击' for simple debates, as it implies a hostile or aggressive intent. Use '批评' (criticize) for softer situations.
Digital era usage
In modern Chinese, '网络攻击' is a very common term for hacking or malicious online activity.
Word Origin
The character '攻' originally meant to work on something (like carving jade), later evolving to mean 'to strike at' or 'to attack' an opponent. '击' simply means to strike or hit.
Cultural Context
In Chinese culture, direct confrontation is often avoided. Using the word '攻击' to describe someone's behavior is a serious accusation of being rude or aggressive.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'Gong' (attack) sound and 'Ji' (strike). Together, they represent the sound of a strike in battle.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions‘进攻’通常指为了占领或获胜而进行的战略性推进，多用于军事或体育。‘攻击’则更强调打击这一动作本身，范围更广，包括言语上的批评。
可以。当某人强烈反对或指责他人的言论时，我们常说他在‘进行言语攻击’。
在足球或篮球中，‘攻击’常指代进攻方的行为，例如‘发起猛烈的攻击’。
通常带有贬义或中性，取决于语境。在战争中是中性描述，但在人际交往中，‘攻击’他人通常被视为负面行为。
Test Yourself
敌军向我方阵地发起了猛烈的___。
在阵地战中，攻击指代具体的打击行为。
他因为观点不同而攻击对方。
在此语境下，攻击指代言语上的猛烈抨击。
网络 / 攻击 / 严防 / 我们 / 必须
标准的动宾结构，严防是动作，网络攻击是对象。
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Summary
Attack refers to both physical force and verbal criticism.
- To use force against someone or something.
- To criticize someone or their ideas strongly.
- Commonly used in sports, military, and digital contexts.
Focus on the context of the action
Always check if you are talking about physical violence or just a harsh argument. Using the wrong context can change the meaning of your sentence.
Avoid using it for casual disagreements
Do not use '攻击' for simple debates, as it implies a hostile or aggressive intent. Use '批评' (criticize) for softer situations.
Digital era usage
In modern Chinese, '网络攻击' is a very common term for hacking or malicious online activity.
Examples
4 of 4那支球队在下半场发起了猛烈的攻击。
The team launched a fierce attack in the second half.
该报告对现行的经济政策进行了严厉的攻击。
The report launched a harsh attack on current economic policies.
别攻击我的朋友！
Don't attack my friend!
黑客正在试图对服务器进行攻击。
Hackers are attempting to attack the server.
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