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“direct hit” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajichokugeki

Example

台風が町を直撃しました。tai fū ga machi o choku geki shi ma shi ta

The typhoon made a direct hit on the town.

Illustration for 直撃 (direct hit)

How to say “direct hit” in Japanese

“Direct hit” in Japanese is 直撃 (chokugeki).

Describes a force or event reaching its target directly without being deflected or buffered.

Full entry for 直撃: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 直撃

強い風の直撃で、窓ガラスが割れました。tsuyo i kaze no choku geki de mado ga ra su ga wa re ma shi ta

The strong wind hit the window directly, and the glass broke.

Tips for using 直撃

  • In Japanese news, 直撃 (chokugeki) commonly describes a typhoon striking a place directly, not only a weapon hitting a target.

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