phục kích
[fʊwk͡p̚˧˨ʔ kïk̟̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to ambush
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Quân ta đã dụ địch vào tròng, tiến hành phục kích.We have lured the enemy to the intended zone, it's time to initiate the attack.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “phục kích” mean?
(verb) to ambush
Is “phục kích” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.