侵略

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Meaning and Usage

The word 侵略 (qīnluè) specifically refers to the act of invading or aggressively encroaching upon another country or territory, usually by military force. It is a formal term often used in historical, political, or military contexts.

Common Contexts

You will frequently see 侵略 used in discussions about wars, conflicts, and international relations, especially when describing acts of aggression by one nation against another.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 侵略战争 (invasion war): refers to wars initiated by invading forces.
  • 侵略行为 (act of invasion): used to describe aggressive actions violating sovereignty.
  • 侵略 (invader): the party conducting the invasion.

Usage Notes

When using 侵略, the tone is serious and formal, often carrying a negative connotation of unjustified aggression. It is not used for minor encroachments or non-military contexts. Avoid confusing it with 侵犯, which can mean to infringe or violate rights but does not necessarily imply military invasion.

Example Sentences

During World War II, Japan carried out large-scale invasions of China.

The country's acts of invasion provoked strong condemnation from the

Historically, many ethnic groups have suffered invasions by foreign peoples.