敲诈

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Meaning and Usage

"敲诈" (qiāozhà) means to extort or blackmail someone, usually by threatening to reveal damaging information or by coercion to obtain money or valuables. It is a serious criminal act and often appears in legal or news contexts.

Common Collocations

  • 敲诈 (qiāozhà lèsuǒ): extortion and blackmail, a common legal term.
  • 敲诈 (bèi qiāozhà): to be extorted, passive form.
  • 敲诈钱财 (qiāozhà qiáncái): to extort money or property.

Usage Notes

When using "敲诈," the emphasis is on the illegal or unethical coercion to obtain something, often money. It differs from simple cheating or fraud in that it involves threats or intimidation. It is often used in formal or news language rather than casual conversation.

Common Confusions

Do not confuse "敲诈" with "诈骗" (zhàpiàn), which means to defraud or scam without necessarily using threats. "敲诈" always implies coercion or intimidation.

Example Sentences

That scammer tried to extort a large sum of money from me.

He was extorted because someone threatened to reveal his secret.

The police successfully busted an extortion gang.