Definitions
- 1. to do sth by force
- 2. Taiwan pr. [qiǎng xíng]
Word relationships
Usage notes
Collocations
Commonly used with verbs like 进入, 通过, 打开, e.g. 强行进入 (break in by force). Not used with verbs implying personal will.
Common mistakes
Do not confuse with 强制 (qiǎng zhì) which is a verb or adjective; 强行 is an adverb and must precede a verb, e.g. 强行拆除 (forcibly demolish), not 强行了.
Example Sentences
1 shown保安 强行 打开了门。
The security guard forced the door open.
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