Definition
强身 (qiáng shēn) is a separable verb (离合词) meaning to strengthen one's body or improve physical health. The verb 强 (qiáng, to strengthen) and the object 身 (shēn, body) can be split by aspect markers like 了, 过, or complements, e.g., 强了身, 强过身. It is often used in the fixed expression 强身健体 ('strengthen the body and improve health'). This word is common in exercise, fitness, and traditional medicine contexts.
v.o.
to build up one's physiqueto strengthen the bodyto improve one's health
Examples
- 强身。Tā měitiān zǎoshang pǎobù lái jiàng.He runs every morning to build up his physique.
- ，。Jiānchí duànliàn, nǐ jiù néng jiàng jiàn tǐ.By exercising consistently, you can strengthen your body and improve your health.
- ，。Jīngguò jǐ gè yuè de xùnliàn, tā qiáng le yì shēn jīròu.After several months of training, he built up a lot of muscle.
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