击败
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Meaning: defeat
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击败
击败 means 'to defeat' or 'to overcome' in English. It is commonly used to describe winning a competition, battle, or contest, often implying a clear victory over an opponent.
The character 击 (jī) originally meant 'to strike' or 'to attack,' while 败 (bài) meant 'to lose' or 'to be defeated.' Together, they form a compound that conveys the idea of defeating an opponent through force or strategy.
击败 is widely used in sports, military contexts, and daily conversation. It can also be used metaphorically, such as 'defeating a challenge.' In Chinese culture, it carries a strong sense of triumph and success, often associated with perseverance and skill.
Example Sentences
他在比赛中击败了所有对手，赢得了冠军。
He defeated all his opponents in the competition and won the championship.
这支军队成功击败了入侵者，保卫了国家。
This army successfully defeated the invaders and protected the country.