‘俘获’ is a compound verb meaning 'to capture' or 'to seize', typically in contexts involving people, animals, or objects taken by force—especially during military operations, law enforcement actions, or wildlife management. The first character 俘 (fú) means 'to capture (a person)' and carries connotations of taking prisoners; the second character 获 (huò) means 'to obtain' or 'to gain', often implying successful acquisition. Together, they emphasize the act of securing something or someone through active effort, with a strong sense of control and finality.

This word is formal and literary, rarely used in casual speech. It appears frequently in news reports about arrests, wartime accounts, conservation efforts (e.g., capturing endangered animals for protection), and historical narratives. Unlike more general verbs like 抓 (zhuā, 'to grab') or 捕 (bǔ, 'to catch'), 俘获 implies legitimacy, authority, or strategic intent behind the capture—not just physical action but purposeful acquisition.