jim6 san1驗身验身
Jyutpingjim6 san1
Yaleyihm sān
Definition
To have a physical examination or health checkup.
colloquialhealth
How it's used
Refers specifically to routine medical examinations or checkups performed when you are not currently suffering from a specific illness. It is commonly used in the context of annual company benefits or personal health maintenance. Unlike a visit to a doctor for a specific symptom, this implies a comprehensive screening process.
Examples
How long has it been since you had a health check?
The company arranges health checks for employees every year.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 睇醫生, which implies you are already feeling sick and seeking treatment for a specific ailment. Using 驗身 when you are actually ill sounds confusing to native speakers.
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