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“fast break” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajisokkō

Example

チームは速攻で得点しました。chī mu wa sok kō de toku ten shi ma shi ta

The team scored on a fast break.

Illustration for 速攻 (fast break)

How to say “fast break” in Japanese

“Fast break” in Japanese is 速攻 (sokkō).

A sudden attack uses the brief opening after gaining an advantage instead of allowing the opponent time to recover.

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

Example sentences with 速攻

ボールを奪ったら、すぐに速攻へ移ります。bō ru o uba tta ra su gu ni sok kō e utsu ri ma su

After winning the ball, we immediately go on a fast break.

Tips for using 速攻

  • The term 速攻 (sokkō) applies across sports such as basketball and soccer when a team moves directly from gaining possession to attacking.

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