goek3 gwat1 lik6腳骨力脚骨力
Jyutpinggoek3 gwat1 lik6
Yalegeuk gwāt lihk
Definition
Leg strength; stamina or ability for walking.
colloquialbodyhealth
How it's used
Refers specifically to the stamina or endurance required for walking long distances or climbing stairs. It is often used to compliment someone who is physically fit enough to keep up during long outings or to express fatigue after a long day on one's feet. The term implies a sense of resilience and physical capability rather than just muscular size.
Examples
Since your legs are so strong, why don't we just walk up?
Hiking really tests your leg strength.
Related words
Common phrases
to have strong legs for walking
to test one's stamina for walking
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general leg strength used for lifting weights or sports, as it is almost exclusively used in the context of walking, hiking, or standing for long periods.
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