punching
word · lemma: punch
/ˈpəntʃɪŋ/
PUHN-ching
/pˈʌntʃɪŋ/
PUHN-ching
Definition
Hitting someone or something with a closed fist. "Punching" is the act or process of delivering a punch, often in sports or fights.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in sports contexts (like 'punching bag'), but can also describe aggressive actions. Not to be confused with 'hitting' (which can use open hand or objects). Common collocations: 'punching bag', 'punching the air'.
Spanish: golpeando - dando puñetazosPortuguese (BR): dando socos - socandoPortuguese (PT): dar murros - socarChinese (Simplified): 打击 - 拳打Chinese (Traditional): 打擊 - 拳打Hindi: घूंसे मारनाArabic: اللكمBengali: ঘুষি মারাRussian: удары кулакомJapanese: パンチすることVietnamese: đấmKorean: 주먹질Turkish: yumruk atmaUrdu: مکا مارناIndonesian: memukul (dengan kepalan tangan)
Example Sentences
He is punching the bag at the gym.
basic
Stop punching your brother!
basic
The boxer was punching fast.
basic
She started punching the air when she heard the news.
natural
"Why are you punching the pillow?" he asked, laughing.
natural
After punching the clock, she hurried home.
natural