Meaning of Ambush
In simple words: A surprise attack on someone.
Ambush in a sentence
How to use Ambush
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'am-bush' - imagine a bush hiding a surprise attack.
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Ambush appears in
Ambush in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
كمين
هجوم مفاجئ على شخص ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
আৎ পাতা
কাউকে অতর্কিতে আক্রমণ করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Hinterhalt
Ein Überraschungsangriff auf jemanden.
- SpanishEspañol
Emboscada
Un ataque sorpresa a alguien.
- Persianفارسی
کمین
یه حمله غافلگیرانه به کسی.
- FrenchFrançais
Embuscade
Une attaque surprise contre quelqu'un.
- Hindiहिन्दी
घात लगाना
किसी पर अचानक हमला।
- ItalianItaliano
Imboscata
Un attacco a sorpresa a qualcuno.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Emboscada
Um ataque surpresa a alguém.
- RussianРусский
Засада
Внезапное нападение на кого-то.
- Urduاردو
Ambush
A surprise attack on someone.
- Chinese中文
埋伏
对某人的突袭。
More words like Ambush
- Trap
- AssaultC1
the crime of attacking somebody physically
- RaidC1
a short surprise attack on an enemy by soldiers, ships or aircraft
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- CorpseB1
The dead body of a human or animal.
- TypicalA2
Representing the usual characteristics of a particular group or situation.
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Frequently asked questions about Ambush
What does Ambush mean?
A surprise attack on someone.
What is the definition of Ambush?
A surprise attack from a hidden position.
How do you use Ambush in a sentence?
The soldiers set up an ambush for the enemy troops.
Can you give another example of Ambush?
The police managed to catch the criminals in an ambush.
What are synonyms for Ambush?
Common alternatives include trap, surprise attack, assault, raid.
What is the opposite of Ambush?
Opposite meanings include support, defend, help.
What words go with Ambush?
It commonly pairs with set an ambush, surprise ambush, military ambush.
What are common mistakes when using Ambush?
Confused with 'ambush' as a verb. Using inappropriately in non-combat contexts.
How do you pronounce Ambush?
US: //ˈæmbʊʃ//, UK: //ˈæmbʊʃ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Ambush?
Commonly used in military context or when referring to unexpected attacks. Avoid casual contexts.
What CEFR level is Ambush?
"Ambush" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.




