抢劫

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Meaning and Usage

The verb 抢劫 (qiǎngjié) specifically means 'to rob' or 'to take by force,' often implying violence or threat. It is commonly used in contexts involving crimes such as bank robberies, street muggings, or other forceful thefts.

Common Collocations

These collocations are frequently used in news reports and police contexts.

Usage Notes

抢劫 always involves force or threat, distinguishing it from (tōuqiè), which means 'to steal' without confrontation. When using 抢劫, the focus is on the violent or coercive nature of the act.

Common Confusion

Don't confuse 抢劫 with (qiǎngduó), which also means 'to seize' or 'to snatch' but can be less violent or more general. 抢劫 is more specific to criminal robbery involving force.

Example Sentences

That bank was robbed last night.

He was robbed on the street and lost his wallet.

The police are investigating this robbery case.