🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

健身

Native Script:中文汉字

Pronunciation / Transliteration: jiànshēn

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Fitness/ˈfɪt.nəs/
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"保持良好的健身习惯对健康很重要。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The condition of being physically fit and healthy, often achieved through proper nutrition and exercise.

    "Regular cardiovascular training and strength exercises are essential for maintaining overall physical fitness."
  2. 2

    The quality of being suitable or appropriate for a particular purpose or task.

    "The committee evaluated the candidate's fitness for the leadership position."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'fitness' originates from the Old English 'fitt', meaning 'condition' or 'suitability'. It evolved through Middle English, where it was used to denote the state of being fit or suitable for a purpose, reflecting a shift towards physical health and well-being in the 19th century.

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