1. to attack an opponent who has just attacked you
對剛攻擊你的對手進行反擊
After defending against the initial assault, the army prepared to counterattack.
在抵禦了最初的攻擊後，軍隊準備發動反擊。
The boxer quickly counterattacked after blocking the punch.
拳擊手擋住那一拳後迅速反擊。
Counterattack Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
counterattack
verb
快速理解
What does "Counterattack" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Counterattack"?
指在遭受攻擊後，立即發起的反擊行動。
- 1
軍事行動
EN: to launch a military attack in response to an enemy's assault
翻譯: 在軍事上，指對敵方的攻擊做出反擊。
- 2
體育競技
EN: to make an attacking move immediately after defending in sports
翻譯: 在體育比賽中，指防守後迅速轉為進攻。
- 3
言論辯駁
EN: to respond to criticism or an argument with a strong opposing statement
翻譯: 指用言論強力反駁他人的批評或論點。
- 4
策略回應
EN: to take action to oppose or negate a competitor's move in business or politics
翻譯: 在商業或政治中，採取行動以對抗或抵消對手的舉措。
小提醒：注意 'counterattack' 強調的是「回應性的攻擊」，通常發生在遭受首次攻擊或挑釁之後，而非無緣無故的主動出擊。
發音（How to Pronounce "Counterattack" in English）
How to pronounce "Counterattack" in English?"Counterattack" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Counterattack" from YouTube Videos
暫無 YouTube 示例，重新生成該詞頁可自動補上 1 條。
Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Counterattack"?How does "Counterattack" change by context?
2. to respond forcefully to criticism or an accusation
對批評或指控作出強有力的回應
The politician used the press conference to counterattack his critics.
那位政治人物利用記者會來反擊批評他的人。
Instead of apologizing, the company chose to counterattack the allegations.
公司沒有道歉，而是選擇反擊那些指控。
3. to launch an offensive move in response to an opponent's move in a game or sport
在比賽或運動中，針對對手的行動發動進攻性回擊
The chess player saw an opportunity to counterattack and regain control of the board.
棋手看到了一個反擊並重新控制棋盤的機會。
The team's strategy was to absorb pressure and then counterattack quickly.
該隊的策略是承受壓力，然後快速反擊。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Counterattack"?How to make natural sentences with "Counterattack"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| counterattack + (direct object) | 反擊（某人或某物） | The army prepared to counterattack the invading forces. (軍隊準備反擊入侵的部隊。) |
| counterattack + with + noun | 以…進行反擊 | She countered his criticism with a sharp counterattack. (她以尖銳的反擊回應他的批評。) |
| counterattack + by + V-ing | 透過…來反擊 | The team counterattacked by scoring two quick goals. (該隊透過快速攻入兩球來反擊。) |
| launch/mount a counterattack | 發動反擊 | The general ordered his troops to launch a counterattack at dawn. (將軍命令部隊在黎明時發動反擊。) |
| be quick to counterattack | 迅速反擊 | The politician was quick to counterattack his opponent's claims. (這位政治家迅速反擊了對手的說法。) |
用法說明
How is "Counterattack" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Counterattack"?
counterattack (verb) vs launch a counterattack (verb phrase)
- "counterattack" 作為動詞 通常直接描述「發動反擊」的動作本身，結構簡潔，常用於即時或戰術描述。
- "launch a counterattack" 作為動詞片語 則強調「發起、展開」這個起始動作，語意上更側重於行動的開始與決策，常見於敘述戰略或較正式的語境。
- 兩者常可互換，但 "launch a counterattack" 的意象更完整，暗示從準備到執行的過程。
對比例句： EN: The defenders will counterattack at dawn. 翻譯: 防守方將在黎明時分發動反擊。
EN:The general decided to launch a decisive counterattack.
翻譯:將軍決定發起一次決定性的反擊。
總結建議
在大多數情況下兩者皆可通用，若想強調反擊行動的「發起」或「展開」階段，使用 "launch a counterattack" 會更為精確。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Counterattack" and similar words?How to choose "Counterattack" vs alternatives?
counterattack vs retaliate
「counterattack」強調在遭受攻擊後立即、有組織地發動軍事或戰術上的反擊；「retaliate」則泛指任何形式的報復行為，範圍更廣，不一定涉及軍事行動。
counterattack vs defend
「counterattack」是主動出擊的反擊；「defend」是被動的防禦或守護。
counterattack vs strike back
兩者都表示反擊，但「counterattack」更正式、更具組織性；「strike back」較口語化，可指任何立即性的回擊。
口語用法
How is "Counterattack" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Counterattack"?
引述
在對話中，當引述或轉述他人的行動或策略時，常會使用這個詞。 EN: He said the only option left was to counterattack immediately. 翻譯: 他說剩下的唯一選擇就是立刻反擊。
EN:Everyone was suggesting we should just wait, but she was like, "No, we need to counterattack now."
翻譯:大家都建議我們應該等待，但她卻說：「不，我們現在就需要反擊。」
語氣強調
在口語中，會透過重音或語調來強調「反擊」的必要性或即時性。 EN: We can't just take that insult — we have to COUNTERattack. 翻譯: 我們不能就這樣接受那種侮辱——我們必須「反擊」。
EN:I'm telling you, the best defense is to counterattack quickly.
翻譯:我告訴你，最好的防守就是快速反擊。
停頓填充
在組織思緒或尋找合適詞彙時，可能會用此詞作為填充，引出後續的具體行動方案。 EN: So our plan is to... counterattack... by targeting their weak spot first. 翻譯: 所以我們的計劃是……反擊……先針對他們的弱點下手。
EN:What we should do is, uh, counterattack, you know, before they regroup.
翻譯:我們應該做的是，呃，反擊，你知道的，在他們重新集結之前。
正式寫作注意：在正式報告或學術寫作中，應避免使用口語化的引述或填充停頓結構。建議使用更精確、連貫的表述，例如 "launch a counterattack" 或 "initiate retaliatory measures"。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Counterattack"?What fixed phrases with "Counterattack" should I remember?
launch a counterattack
verb + a counterattack
發動反擊
counterattack against
counterattack + against + [target]
對...進行反擊
mount a counterattack
verb + a counterattack
組織/展開反擊
counterattack with
counterattack + with + [means]
以...方式反擊
quick counterattack
adjective + counterattack
快速反擊
be ready to counterattack
be + adjective + to + counterattack
準備好反擊
counterattack effectively
counterattack + adverb
有效地反擊
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Counterattack"?Which "Counterattack" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×They launched a strong counterattack to the enemy's accusation.
✓They launched a strong counterattack against the enemy's accusation.
當 'counterattack' 作為名詞時，其後通常接 'against' 來表示反擊的對象，而非 'to'。
×They counterattackted immediately after the first goal.
✓They counterattacked immediately after the first goal.
'Counterattack' 是規則動詞，其過去式與過去分詞為 'counterattacked'，不應雙寫 't'。
×When provoked, he always counterattacks.
✓When provoked, he always counterattacks fiercely.
雖然語法正確，但單獨使用 'counterattacks' 可能語意不清。在沒有明確上下文時，建議添加副詞（如 fiercely, quickly）或說明反擊的對象/方式，使句子更自然、語意更完整。
×The army counterattacked the enemy's position successfully.
✓The army successfully counterattacked against the enemy's position. / The army launched a successful counterattack against the enemy's position.
'Counterattack' 作為動詞時通常為不及物動詞，不直接接受詞。若要指明對象，需使用介系詞 'against'。或可改用名詞形式 'launch/mount a counterattack against'。
×They planned a counter attack at dawn.
✓They planned a counterattack at dawn.
標準寫法為一個單字 'counterattack'，而非分開的 'counter attack'。分開寫雖可能被理解，但非標準拼寫。其動名詞形式為 'counterattacking'。
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Counterattack"?What are tense/participle forms of "Counterattack"?
counterattacks(3rd_singular)counterattacking(present_participle)counterattacked(past)counterattacked(past_participle)