This is the 428th most frequent Russian word.
ударов
The word "ударов" is the genitive plural form of "удар," which means "blows," "strikes," or "hits."
In this sentence, 'ударов' refers to a series of physical impacts or blows made on the door, emphasizing the plural form of 'knock'.
Я услышал несколько сильных ударов в дверь.
I heard several strong knocks on the door.
Here, 'ударов' metaphorically represents hardships or misfortunes, showing its figurative usage in the plural form.
Он выдержал много ударов судьбы и остался сильным.
He endured many blows of fate and remained strong.
In this context, 'ударов' denotes the opponent's strikes in a sports scenario, highlighting actions taken in a competitive physical activity.