dyun3 lin6鍛練锻练
Jyutpingdyun3 lin6
Yaledyun lihn
Definition
To engage in physical exercise, to train, or to temper and steel oneself.
- to exercise; to do physical training
- to temper; to steel; to toughen one's character
neutralhealthdaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the process of strengthening one's body or character through persistent effort. While it can refer to physical training, it is also frequently used in a metaphorical sense to describe building mental resilience or gaining life experience through hardship.
Examples
He goes to the park every day to exercise.
Do you usually do any exercise to train?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 訓練, which typically refers to professional or structured training provided by an instructor or organization, whereas 鍛練 implies a more personal, self-driven process of toughening up.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
