fight
word
/ˈfaɪt/
FYTE
/fˈaɪt/
FYTE
Definition
To take part in a physical struggle or combat with someone, or to oppose something strongly. It can also refer to making a strong effort to achieve something.
Usage & Nuances
Used in formal and informal contexts; common phrases include 'fight a battle', 'fight for rights', 'fight off an illness'. Often confused with 'argue' which is verbal, while 'fight' usually involves physical or strong opposition.
Spanish: pelear - lucharPortuguese (BR): lutar - brigarPortuguese (PT): lutar - brigarChinese (Simplified): 打架 - 战斗Chinese (Traditional): 打架 - 戰鬥Hindi: लड़ाई - लड़नाArabic: قِتال - يُقاتِلBengali: লড়াই - যুদ্ধ (ক্ষেত্রবিশেষে)Russian: драться - боротьсяJapanese: 戦う - 戦い (名詞)Vietnamese: chiến đấu - đánh nhauKorean: 싸우다 - 싸움 (명사)Turkish: dövüşmek - kavga etmekUrdu: لڑناIndonesian: bertarung - berkelahi
Example Sentences
They had a fight at school yesterday.
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She will fight for her dreams.
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The two dogs started to fight.
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We need to fight for justice in this case.
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Don't fight with your friends over small things.
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They had to fight off the attackers until help arrived.
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