zong1壯壮
Jyutpingzong1
Yalejōng
Definition
Strong and healthy, or magnificent and grand.
- strong, robust, and healthy
- figurativemagnificent; grand; majestic
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How it's used
Focuses primarily on physical build and vitality rather than just muscular definition. It often implies a healthy, sturdy appearance that suggests resilience against illness. While it can describe scenery as grand or magnificent, this usage is significantly less common in everyday speech compared to describing a person.
Examples
He was very robust when he was young and rarely got sick.
This boy looks very strong, he must be quite powerful.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 健碩, which specifically highlights a muscular or athletic physique. 壯 is more about general sturdiness and health, whereas 健碩 carries a stronger connotation of being fit or toned.
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