逮捕

逮捕 means 'to arrest' in English. It specifically refers to the act of taking someone into custody by law enforcement, typically for a crime or suspected wrongdoing. Unlike 'detain,' which can be temporary, 逮捕 implies a more formal and legal process.

The character 逮 (dǎi) originally meant 'to catch' or 'to seize,' while 捕 (bǔ) means 'to capture' or 'to trap.' Together, they form a compound verb emphasizing the legal act of apprehending someone.

逮捕 is commonly used in legal contexts, news reports, and criminal justice discussions. It is an essential term for understanding Chinese legal terminology and is often seen in media coverage of police actions or court proceedings.