daa2 gung1 fu1打功夫
Jyutpingdaa2 gung1 fu1
Yaledá gūng fū
Definition
To practice or perform Chinese martial arts (kung fu).
colloquialsportsdaily actions
How it's used
Refers specifically to the act of performing or training in martial arts, rather than just the abstract concept of the skill itself. It is often used in a casual context to describe physical exercise or a hobby, even if the person is not a professional martial artist. The term carries a sense of active movement and discipline.
Examples
He has been practising Kung Fu since he was a little kid.
Are you interested in practising Kung Fu in your spare time?
Related words
Common phrases
to be skilled at Kung Fu
to learn how to practise Kung Fu
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the noun 功夫, which can also refer to the time or effort spent on a task. When used as a verb, it must always take the form 打功夫 to indicate the physical activity.
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Grammar guides
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