dyun3 lin6鍛鍊锻炼
Jyutpingdyun3 lin6
Yaledyun lihn
Definition
To train, refine, forge, or work out; to improve one's physical health or skills through practice.
- to work out; to exercise; to train one's body
- to discipline or temper oneself; to develop one's skills or character
- technicalto forge metal; to refine; to temper
neutralhealthdaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the process of strengthening or improving oneself through repeated effort or hardship. While it can refer to physical exercise, it is also frequently used in a metaphorical sense to describe building character or resilience through difficult life experiences.
Examples
Do you usually go to the park to work out?
He goes to the gym every day to train his body.
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Common phrases
to work out; to exercise
to forge one's willpower
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 訓練, which implies a more structured or professional training program led by an instructor. 鍛鍊 is more personal and self-directed, often emphasizing the internal growth or physical health benefits rather than acquiring a specific skill.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
