击中 (jī zhòng) is a compound verb meaning 'to hit (a target)' literally or 'to strike home' figuratively. The first character 击 (jī) means 'to strike, to attack', and the second character 中 (zhòng) means 'to hit the mark, to succeed in hitting'. Together, they emphasize successful impact — whether physical (e.g., an arrow hitting a bullseye) or abstract (e.g., a comment that accurately exposes a flaw). Unlike generic verbs like 打 (dǎ), 击中 implies precision and effectiveness.

This word is commonly used in sports, military contexts, debates, and emotional or rhetorical situations. It often appears with objects indicating the target (e.g., 目标, 心, 要害, 事实) and may be modified by adverbs like 准确地 or 恰好. While it can describe accidental hits, its connotation leans toward intentionality and accuracy — making it more formal and vivid than simpler alternatives.