When we describe someone as 健壮 (jiànzhuàng), we mean they are strong and healthy. Imagine a person who works out regularly and has big muscles; you could say they are 健壮.
It can also describe something that is robust and sturdy, like a strong tree or a well-built table. So, 健壮 isn't just about people; it's about anything that shows strength and good health.
You can use it to talk about a strong body, a healthy plant, or even a solid structure.
When we describe someone as 健壮 (jiànzhuàng), we mean they are strong, healthy, and robust. It's often used for people, like a strong young man or an athlete. You can also use it to describe things that are sturdy and well-built, like a robust tree. It implies good physical condition and resilience. So, if you want to say someone or something is strong and tough, 健壮 is a great word to use!
When we describe someone as 健壮 (jiànzhuàng), we're saying they are strong and healthy, often implying a good physical build. You might hear this used for athletes or people who work outdoors. It's also suitable for describing animals that are robust.
You can use 健壮 to talk about someone's physique directly, like saying someone is 身体健壮 (shēntǐ jiànzhuàng), meaning they have a strong physique. It’s a common and positive way to describe someone’s physical health and strength.
When we describe someone's physique, if they are strong and muscular, we can use 健壮. For example, you might say, "他很健壮" (He is very strong/robust). It can also describe things that are robust or well-built, like a sturdy tree or a strong structure. So, if something is designed to be strong and durable, 健壮 is a good word to use. It often implies a healthy and powerful appearance or nature.
When talking about someone being strong or robust in Chinese, you'll often encounter the adjective 健壮 (jiànzhuàng). It’s used to describe a person who is physically healthy, well-built, and strong, typically in a positive sense. Think of it as meaning ‘brawny’ or ‘sturdy’ in English.
健壮 en 30 secondes
- Strong
- Robust
- Healthy
§ How to use 健壮 in a sentence
The word 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) is an adjective, so it directly describes a noun. Think of it like 'strong' or 'robust' in English. You can use it to talk about a person's physique, an animal's health, or even something abstract like a system or an organization.
Here’s the basic structure:
- Noun + 健壮 (e.g., 身体健壮 - shēntǐ jiànzhuàng - a strong body)
- 很/非常 + 健壮 (hěn/fēicháng + jiànzhuàng - very strong)
- Adj. + 地 + Verb (less common for 健壮 as it's often a direct description, but possible)
Let's look at some common ways to use it.
§ Describing people or animals
When describing people, 健壮 usually refers to a strong, well-built physique. It implies good health and physical capability.
他看起来很健壮。
- Translation Hint
- He looks very strong.
You can also specify what part of the person is strong.
他的身体非常健壮。
- Translation Hint
- His body is very robust/strong.
For animals, it's the same idea – indicating good health and physical power.
这匹马很健壮。
- Translation Hint
- This horse is very strong/sturdy.
§ Describing abstract concepts
While less common for beginners, 健壮 can also describe non-physical things that are strong or robust, like a system or an organization. It implies resilience and stability.
这个系统非常健壮，不容易崩溃。
- Translation Hint
- This system is very robust and won't easily crash.
§ Comparing with similar words
While 健壮 means 'strong' or 'robust', it's good to know how it differs from other 'strong' words:
- 强壮 (qiángzhuàng): Also means 'strong' and 'sturdy', often used interchangeably with 健壮 for physical descriptions. Sometimes 强壮 can imply a bit more brute force or power.
- 强大 (qiángdà): Means 'powerful' or 'mighty'. This is usually used for nations, organizations, or abstract forces, rather than individuals' physical strength.
- 坚固 (jiāngù): Means 'firm' or 'sturdy', often used for objects or structures that are solid and durable (e.g., a sturdy table, a firm building).
For describing a person's healthy and strong body, 健壮 and 强壮 are both good choices. However, for a system or an abstract idea, 健壮 implies resilience and stability, while 强大 implies power.
经过锻炼，他的身体越来越健壮了。
- Translation Hint
- After exercising, his body became more and more strong/robust.
Many English speakers learning Chinese often misuse 健壮 (jiàn zhuàng) because its English equivalents like 'strong' or 'robust' have broader applications. In Chinese, 健壮 (jiàn zhuàng) specifically refers to physical strength, health, and a sturdy build, typically for living things. It's less commonly used for inanimate objects or abstract concepts where 'strong' might be used in English.
§ Mistake 1: Using 健壮 for non-physical strength
A common error is to use 健壮 (jiàn zhuàng) to describe things that are 'strong' in a non-physical sense, such as a 'strong economy' or a 'strong argument'. In English, 'strong' can apply to many contexts. In Chinese, 健壮 (jiàn zhuàng) is almost exclusively about physical robustness.
- Incorrect Usage
- 这个经济非常健壮。(Zhège jīngjì fēicháng jiànzhuàng.)
This sentence attempts to say 'This economy is very strong.' While 'strong' is correct in English, 健壮 (jiàn zhuàng) is not suitable for 'economy'.
- Correct Usage
- 他看起来很健壮。(Tā kàn qǐlái hěn jiànzhuàng.)
He looks very strong and healthy.
§ Mistake 2: Using 健壮 for 'strong flavor' or 'strong smell'
Another frequent mistake is applying 健壮 (jiàn zhuàng) to describe the intensity of flavors or smells. In English, we say 'strong coffee' or 'strong smell'. In Chinese, different adjectives are used for these sensory descriptions.
- Incorrect Usage
- 这种咖啡味道很健壮。(Zhè zhǒng kāfēi wèidào hěn jiànzhuàng.)
This literally translates to 'This coffee has a very robust/healthy taste,' which sounds unnatural and incorrect in Chinese.
§ Mistake 3: Overusing 健壮 where simpler terms suffice
Sometimes learners use 健壮 (jiàn zhuàng) when a simpler adjective like 壮 (zhuàng) or 强壮 (qiáng zhuàng) would be more natural or precise. While 健壮 (jiàn zhuàng) is good, it carries a nuance of 'healthy and robust', implying good physical condition. If you just want to say 'strong' in a general physical sense, other words might be better.
- 壮 (zhuàng): This is a simpler way to say 'strong' or 'sturdy' when describing a person's build. It often implies a muscular or well-built physique.
- 强壮 (qiáng zhuàng): This combines 强 (qiáng - strong, powerful) and 壮 (zhuàng - sturdy, robust), reinforcing the idea of physical strength. It's very close in meaning to 健壮 (jiàn zhuàng) but can sometimes be more broadly applied to physical strength without necessarily emphasizing the 'healthy' aspect as much.
- Example using 壮
- 他很高大壮。(Tā hěn gāodà zhuàng.)
He is very tall and sturdy/well-built.
- Example using 强壮
- 运动员都很强壮。(Yùndòngyuán dōu hěn qiángzhuàng.)
Athletes are all very strong.
§ Key takeaway for 健壮
Always remember that 健壮 (jiàn zhuàng) is primarily for describing the physical health and robustness of living beings. Think 'healthy and strong' or 'sturdy and vigorous'. If you are talking about an abstract concept, an inanimate object's durability, or sensory intensity, you will need a different Chinese word. Pay attention to the specific context and the type of 'strength' you want to convey.
§ Understanding 健壮 (jiànzhuàng)
You've learned that 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) means "strong" or "robust." But Chinese, like English, has many words that can be translated as "strong." So, when do you use 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) and not something else?
The key thing to remember about 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) is that it usually refers to a healthy, well-developed, and vigorous kind of strength, often associated with a person's physique, an animal, or even a plant. It implies good health and vitality.
他看起来很健壮，一定经常锻炼。
这棵树长得很健壮，叶子很茂盛。
§ 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) vs. 强壮 (qiángzhuàng)
This is one of the most common confusions. Both 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) and 强壮 (qiángzhuàng) mean strong, especially physically. However, there's a subtle but important difference:
- 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) emphasizes health, vigor, and a well-built physique. It suggests strength that comes from good health and development. Think of someone who is naturally healthy and fit.
- 强壮 (qiángzhuàng) emphasizes power and might. It's more about raw physical strength, the ability to lift heavy things or exert force. It can be used for people, animals, or even abstract concepts like a strong economy, though less commonly for the latter than other words.
运动员们看起来都很健壮，充满了活力。
那个举重运动员非常强壮，能举起很重的杠铃。
§ 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) vs. 壮 (zhuàng)
壮 (zhuàng) is a single character that also means strong, robust, or壮 (zhuàng) is a single character that can also mean strong or robust, and it's part of 健壮 (jiànzhuàng). When used alone, 壮 (zhuàng) often carries a sense of impressiveness, grandeur, or even intensity. It can describe a magnificent landscape or a grand ambition.
- DEFINITION
- Grand; magnificent; powerful.
长城很壮观。
While you can use 壮 (zhuàng) to describe a person as strong, it's often combined with other characters to be more specific, like in 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) or 强壮 (qiángzhuàng).
§ 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) vs. 结实 (jiēshi)
结实 (jiēshi) means sturdy, durable, or solidly built. It can describe a strong body, but it also commonly describes objects that are well-made and durable.
- DEFINITION
- Sturdy; durable; solidly built.
这个桌子很结实，可以用很久。
他身体很结实，不容易生病。
While a person who is 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) is likely also 结实 (jiēshi), 结实 (jiēshi) doesn't always imply the same level of health and vigor. A sturdy old tree is 结实 (jiēshi), but you wouldn't necessarily call it 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) unless you were emphasizing its healthy growth.
§ When to use 健壮 (jiànzhuàng)
Use 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) when you want to describe strength that comes with health, good development, and vitality. It's a great word for:
- Healthy, well-built people.
- Vigorous animals.
- Thriving plants.
- Anything that is robust and flourishing due to good health and growth.
Remember, context is key! As you encounter these words in real Chinese, you'll start to develop a better feel for their nuances.
How Formal Is It?
"他的体魄非常健壮，适合从事体力劳动。 (Tā de tǐpò fēicháng jiànzhuàng, shìhé从事 tǐlì láodòng.) His physique is very strong, suitable for manual labor."
"这棵树长得很结实。 (Zhè kē shù zhǎng de hěn jiēshi.) This tree has grown very strong."
"他很壮，一个人能搬动这个箱子。 (Tā hěn zhuàng, yīgè rén néng bāndòng zhège xiāngzi.) He's very strong, one person can move this box."
"宝宝吃得饱饱，长得壮壮。 (Bǎobǎo chī de bǎobǎo, zhǎng de zhuàngzhuàng.) The baby eats well and grows strong."
"你力气真牛，一个人扛了这么多东西。 (Nǐ lìqì zhēn niú, yīgè rén káng le zhème duō dōngxi.) Your strength is really awesome, you carried so many things by yourself."
Niveau de difficulté
Two common characters, straightforward pronunciation.
Simple characters, easy to remember.
Clear tones, easy to articulate.
Common word, easy to recognize in context.
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Prérequis
Apprends ensuite
Avancé
Grammaire à connaître
Adjective as Predicate: "健壮" can directly follow the subject to describe its state, often with an adverb like 很 (hěn, very) or 非常 (fēicháng, extremely) to intensify the meaning. Structure: Subject + (Adverb) + 健壮.
他很健壮。(Tā hěn jiànzhuàng.) - He is very strong.
Adjective Modifying a Noun: When "健壮" modifies a noun, it typically comes before the noun, often with 的 (de) in between. Structure: 健壮 + 的 + Noun.
他是一个健壮的男人。(Tā shì yīgè jiànzhuàng de nánrén.) - He is a robust man.
Comparison with "比" (bǐ): "健壮" can be used in comparative sentences to indicate who or what is stronger or more robust. Structure: Subject 1 + 比 + Subject 2 + 更 + 健壮.
他比我更健壮。(Tā bǐ wǒ gèng jiànzhuàng.) - He is stronger than me.
Used with Resultative Complements: While less common, "健壮" can sometimes appear as a resultative complement, indicating the result of an action. Structure: Verb + 得 + 健壮.
他锻炼得很健壮。(Tā duànliàn de hěn jiànzhuàng.) - He exercised until he became very strong.
Expressing a State or Condition: "健壮" can describe the inherent quality or current state of someone or something, often in descriptive sentences. Structure: Noun + 看起来 + 健壮 (Noun looks strong/robust).
这棵树看起来很健壮。(Zhè kē shù kànqǐlái hěn jiànzhuàng.) - This tree looks very robust.
Exemples par niveau
他很健壮。
He is strong.
这棵树很健壮。
This tree is robust.
小狗很健壮。
The puppy is strong.
他的身体很健壮。
His body is very robust.
这个孩子很健壮。
This child is strong.
她看起来很健壮。
She looks robust.
这匹马很健壮。
This horse is strong.
我们需要健壮的工人。
We need robust workers.
他身体很健壮。
He is very strong.
这棵树长得很健壮。
This tree is growing very robustly.
健壮的身体很重要。
A strong body is very important.
他看起来很健壮。
He looks very robust.
这匹马很健壮。
This horse is very strong.
他从小就很健壮。
He has been strong since childhood.
他们都非常健壮。
They are all very strong.
工作让他身体更健壮了。
Work made his body even stronger.
这个年轻人身体很健壮，经常参加体育锻炼。
This young man is very strong and often participates in sports.
经过几年的艰苦训练，他变得越来越健壮。
After several years of hard training, he became increasingly robust.
这棵树的根部很健壮，所以能抵御强风。
The roots of this tree are very strong, so it can resist strong winds.
为了保持健壮的体魄，他每天都坚持跑步。
In order to maintain a strong physique, he insists on running every day.
这个国家经济健壮，人民生活水平不断提高。
This country's economy is robust, and the people's living standards are continuously improving.
他虽然年纪大了，但身体依然很健壮。
Although he is old, his body is still very strong.
经过多年的发展，这家公司变得更加健壮。
After years of development, this company has become more robust.
运动员们拥有健壮的肌肉和出色的耐力。
Athletes have strong muscles and excellent endurance.
这位运动员身体健壮，在比赛中表现出色。
This athlete is strong and performed excellently in the competition.
经过长时间的锻炼，他的肌肉变得非常健壮。
After a long period of exercise, his muscles became very robust.
这棵树根深蒂固，看起来非常健壮，能抵抗强风。
This tree is deeply rooted and looks very strong, able to withstand strong winds.
尽管年事已高，这位老人依然身体健壮，每天坚持散步。
Although advanced in age, this old man is still robust and insists on taking a walk every day.
他们的团队非常健壮，能够应对各种挑战。
Their team is very strong and can cope with various challenges.
为了拥有健壮的体魄，他每天都坚持健康饮食和规律运动。
In order to have a robust physique, he insists on healthy eating and regular exercise every day.
这支股票表现健壮，连续几个月都在上涨。
This stock is performing robustly, rising for several consecutive months.
新的建筑结构非常健壮，能够承受地震。
The new building structure is very robust and can withstand earthquakes.
经过数月的体能训练，他的身体变得健壮起来。
After several months of physical training, his body became strong.
这位老人在高龄时依然身体健壮，每天坚持锻炼。
This elderly person is still robust in old age, insisting on exercising every day.
运动员们拥有健壮的体魄，才能在比赛中取得好成绩。
Athletes need strong physiques to achieve good results in competitions.
这棵树根深叶茂，看起来非常健壮。
This tree has deep roots and lush leaves, looking very robust.
虽然他经历了很多困难，但他的意志依然健壮。
Although he experienced many difficulties, his will remained strong.
新生的小牛非常健壮，刚出生就能站立行走。
The newborn calf is very robust; it could stand and walk right after birth.
公司的财务状况一直很健壮，抵御了多次经济危机。
The company's financial situation has always been robust, resisting multiple economic crises.
为了拥有健壮的身体，他改变了饮食习惯，并定期去健身房。
To have a strong body, he changed his eating habits and regularly went to the gym.
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
他看起来很健壮。
He looks very strong.
这位老人身体依然健壮。
This old man's body is still robust.
孩子们都健壮地成长。
The children are all growing up strong.
他是一个健壮的青年。
He is a strong young man.
这些树长得很健壮。
These trees are growing very robustly.
他的体魄很健壮。
His physique is very robust.
运动让他保持健壮。
Exercise keeps him strong.
健壮的身体是革命的本钱。
A strong body is the capital for revolution. (A strong body is essential for success.)
这个品种的植物很健壮。
This variety of plant is very robust.
他经过锻炼变得更加健壮了。
He became even stronger after training.
Souvent confondu avec
Means 'healthy' in general, not specifically 'strong' or 'robust'.
Emphasizes physical strength and power, often muscularity.
Can mean 'sturdy' for people, but also for objects. '健壮' is for living things.
Modèles grammaticaux
Expressions idiomatiques
"身体健壮"
Healthy and strong (describing a person's physique)
他身体健壮，经常跑步。
neutral"健壮的体魄"
A robust physique
他通过锻炼拥有了健壮的体魄。
neutral"健壮如牛"
Strong as an ox (colloquial comparison)
他健壮如牛，一个人能搬动很重的东西。
informal"幼苗健壮成长"
Seedlings growing robustly
经过施肥，这些幼苗健壮成长。
neutral"树木健壮"
Trees are strong/robust
这些老树看起来非常健壮。
neutral"发展健壮"
Develop strongly/robustly (e.g., economy, industry)
这个新兴产业发展健壮。
formal"健壮的根基"
A strong foundation (metaphorical)
只有打下健壮的根基，才能建起高楼。
neutral"健壮的体系"
A robust system
公司建立了一个健壮的运营体系。
formal"健壮有力"
Strong and powerful
他的步伐健壮有力。
neutral"精神健壮"
Mentally robust/strong (less common, usually for physical)
虽然身体不便，但他精神健壮。
neutralFacile à confondre
Often confused with words like '健康' (jiànkāng) which means 'healthy', or '强壮' (qiángzhuàng) which also means 'strong' but has a slightly different nuance.
'健壮' emphasizes a sturdy, well-built, and vigorous physical condition, often implying a strong constitution and good health. It can be used for people, animals, or plants. '健康' is more general and means 'healthy' in terms of overall well-being. '强壮' is more about physical power and might.
他看起来很健壮，经常锻炼。(Tā kàn qǐlái hěn jiànzhuàng, jīngcháng duànliàn.) He looks very strong/robust, he exercises often.
Sometimes used interchangeably with '健壮', but they are not always the same.
'健康' means 'healthy' in a general sense, referring to one's overall state of well-being, both physically and mentally. A person can be healthy without necessarily being '健壮' (e.g., a healthy but slender person). '健壮' is a specific type of physical health – being strong and robust.
祝你身体健康！(Zhù nǐ shēntǐ jiànkāng!) Wish you good health!
Very similar to '健壮', and sometimes used interchangeably, but there's a subtle distinction.
'强壮' emphasizes physical strength and power. It often implies a muscular and powerful build. While a '强壮' person is usually '健壮', '健壮' can also describe a sturdy build without necessarily implying extreme muscularity. Think of '强壮' as more about raw power, and '健壮' as more about a robust constitution.
那个举重运动员非常强壮。(Nàgè jǔzhòng yùndòngyuán fēicháng qiángzhuàng.) That weightlifter is very strong.
Can mean 'sturdy' or 'strong', similar to '健壮' when describing objects, but less common for people.
When describing people, '结实' can mean 'well-built' or 'sturdy', similar to '健壮'. However, '结实' can also describe objects that are firm, durable, or solid (e.g., a '结实' table). '健壮' is almost exclusively used for living things.
这张桌子很结实，可以用很久。(Zhè zhāng zhuōzi hěn jiēshi, kěyǐ yòng hěn jiǔ.) This table is very sturdy, it can be used for a long time.
Describes a physically impressive person, which might be mistaken for '健壮'.
'魁梧' specifically describes someone who is tall and strongly built, often implying a imposing or grand physique. While a '魁梧' person is likely '健壮', '健壮' doesn't necessarily mean tall or imposing. '魁梧' focuses more on the overall large and sturdy appearance.
他身材魁梧，看起来很有力气。(Tā shēncái kuíwú, kàn qǐlái hěn yǒu lìqi.) He has a burly build, and looks very powerful.
Structures de phrases
Subj. 很 健壮。
他 很 健壮。 (He is very strong.)
Subj. 不 健壮。
这棵树 不 健壮。 (This tree is not robust.)
Subj. 看起来 健壮。
那匹马 看起来 很 健壮。 (That horse looks very strong.)
Subj. + Verb + 得 健壮。
他 长 得 很 健壮。 (He grew up very strong.)
健壮 的 Noun
他 是 个 健壮 的 人。 (He is a strong person.)
Subj. 变得 健壮。
经过 锻炼，他 变得 健壮 了。 (After exercising, he became strong.)
Subj. 保持 健壮。
我们 都 想 保持 健壮 的 身体。 (We all want to stay strong and healthy.)
Subj. 让 Obj. 健壮。
运动 能 让 我们 更 健壮。 (Exercise can make us stronger.)
Comment l'utiliser
健壮 (jiànzhuàng) describes someone or something that is physically strong, healthy, and robust. It often implies a good physique, good health, or resilience. It can be used for people, animals, or even plants.
Many English speakers might overuse 'strong' or 'healthy' in situations where 健壮 would be more specific and natural in Chinese. While 'strong' and 'healthy' are often correct, 健壮 adds a nuance of 'robustness' or a 'well-built' quality.
Don't use 健壮 to describe abstract strength, like a strong argument or a strong economy. For those, you'd use different words like 强 (qiáng) for strength or 强大 (qiángdà) for powerful.
Mémorise-le
Moyen mnémotechnique
Imagine a **jian**t (健) man who is super **zhuang** (壮) and strong, like a bodybuilder. Jian (健) sounds like 'giant' and zhuang (壮) sounds a bit like 'strong'.
Association visuelle
Picture a majestic, ancient tree with deep roots and a thick trunk, symbolizing strength and robustness. This tree is '健壮'. Alternatively, imagine a very healthy, muscular person flexing their biceps.
Word Web
Défi
Describe a healthy, thriving plant or a strong, athletic person using '健壮'. For example: '这棵树长得很健壮.' (This tree has grown very strong/robust.) or '他身体很健壮.' (His body is very strong/robust.)
Pratique dans la vie réelle
Contextes réels
Describing a person's physique or health.
- 他看起来很健壮。
- 她身体很健壮，很少生病。
- 经过锻炼，我变得更健壮了。
Describing animals.
- 这匹马很健壮。
- 健壮的幼崽。
- 农场里有几头健壮的牛。
Describing plants (less common, but possible).
- 这棵树长得很健壮。
- 健壮的树苗。
- 这种植物生命力很健壮。
Figurative use, describing an organization or system (less common).
- 一个健壮的经济体系。
- 这个公司有一个健壮的团队。
- 健壮的防御系统。
When talking about construction or structures.
- 这座桥非常健壮。
- 健壮的建筑。
- 需要健壮的材料。
Amorces de conversation
"你觉得什么样的身体是健壮的？"
"你认识的动物里，哪一种看起来最健壮？"
"你有什么保持健壮的方法吗？"
"你认为一个健壮的经济体对国家重要吗？为什么？"
"如果你要设计一座非常健壮的房子，你会用什么材料？"
Sujets d'écriture
描述你生活中你认为健壮的人或动物。
写一篇关于如何保持身体健壮的日记。
想象你是一种健壮的动物，描述你的一天。
思考并写下，一个健壮的社会需要具备哪些特点？
描述一个你曾经见过的最健壮的自然景观，并解释为什么它看起来健壮。
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsThink of it as 'healthy and strong'. 健 (jiàn) often relates to health, like in 健康 (jiànkāng - healthy). 壮 (zhuàng) means strong. So, together, 健壮 is a very direct way to say someone or something is strong and robust.
Yes, absolutely! You can use it to describe a person's physique, an animal's health, or even the structure of a building or a tree. It's quite versatile.
It's more about physical strength and a robust build. While being healthy is often a prerequisite for being健壮, the focus is on the strong and sturdy aspect. For general health, you'd more likely use 健康 (jiànkāng).
They are very similar, and often interchangeable. 强壮 (qiángzhuàng) also means strong and robust. If there's a subtle difference, 健壮 might emphasize a healthy and sturdy build a bit more, while 强壮 can lean more towards just raw strength. But don't worry too much about the subtle distinction at A2; they're largely synonymous.
No, you generally wouldn't use '健壮' for abstract concepts like an economy. It's almost always used for physical entities – people, animals, plants, or physical structures. For an economy, you might use 强劲 (qiángjìng - strong, powerful) or 稳定 (wěndìng - stable).
You can simply put 不 (bù) in front of it: 不健壮 (bù jiànzhuàng). For example, 他看起来不健壮。(Tā kàn qǐlái bù jiànzhuàng. - He looks not strong/robust.)
No, '健壮' is an adjective. It describes a noun. You wouldn't say 'to健壮 something'. You'd say 'something is 健壮'.
You'll often hear it describing body parts or people. For example: 身体健壮 (shēntǐ jiànzhuàng) - a robust body; 体格健壮 (tǐgé jiànzhuàng) - a strong physique. You can also say something like 小狗很健壮 (Xiǎo gǒu hěn jiànzhuàng - The puppy is very robust).
It functions like most adjectives. For example:
他很健壮。 (Tā hěn jiànzhuàng. - He is very strong/robust.)
这棵树长得很健壮。 (Zhè kē shù zhǎng de hěn jiànzhuàng. - This tree grew very robustly.)
那个孩子身体健壮。 (Nàgè háizi shēntǐ jiànzhuàng. - That child has a robust body.)
It almost always has a positive connotation. Being健壮 is generally seen as a good thing, implying health, resilience, and strength.
Teste-toi 96 questions
Listen to the sentence about someone's physical condition.
Listen to the sentence about a child's health.
Listen to the sentence about a wish for good health.
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他很健壮。
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这个健壮的男人是我的爸爸。
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我的狗很健壮。
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Write a short sentence describing a strong animal. Use a simple Chinese word for 'strong'.
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狗很强壮。(Gǒu hěn qiángzhuàng. - The dog is very strong.)
Write a sentence saying 'He is strong.' in Chinese.
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他很强壮。(Tā hěn qiángzhuàng.)
Imagine you see a big tree. Write a sentence saying 'This tree is robust.' in Chinese.
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这棵树很健壮。(Zhè kē shù hěn jiànzhuàng.)
小狗怎么样？(Xiǎo gǒu zěnmeyàng? - How is the puppy?)
Read this passage:
小狗很健壮。它喜欢跑步。 (Xiǎo gǒu hěn jiànzhuàng. Tā xǐhuān pǎobù.)
小狗怎么样？(Xiǎo gǒu zěnmeyàng? - How is the puppy?)
The passage says '小狗很健壮' which means 'The puppy is very strong/robust'.
The passage says '小狗很健壮' which means 'The puppy is very strong/robust'.
爸爸为什么健壮？(Bàba wèishéme jiànzhuàng? - Why is dad strong?)
Read this passage:
我的爸爸很健壮。他每天都运动。 (Wǒ de bàba hěn jiànzhuàng. Tā měitiān dōu yùndòng.)
爸爸为什么健壮？(Bàba wèishéme jiànzhuàng? - Why is dad strong?)
The passage states '他每天都运动' (He exercises every day) as the reason for his strength.
The passage states '他每天都运动' (He exercises every day) as the reason for his strength.
这个男人可以做什么？(Zhège nánrén kěyǐ zuò shénme? - What can this man do?)
Read this passage:
这个男人很健壮。他可以搬很重的东西。 (Zhège nánrén hěn jiànzhuàng. Tā kěyǐ bān hěn zhòng de dōngxī.)
这个男人可以做什么？(Zhège nánrén kěyǐ zuò shénme? - What can this man do?)
The passage says '他可以搬很重的东西' (He can move heavy things), which indicates his strength.
The passage says '他可以搬很重的东西' (He can move heavy things), which indicates his strength.
他身体很___。
The sentence means 'He is very strong.' '健壮' (jiànzhuàng) means strong or robust, which fits the context.
这棵树长得很___。
The sentence means 'This tree grows very robustly.' '健壮' (jiànzhuàng) can describe something growing strong and healthy.
小狗现在很___，可以跑很快。
The sentence means 'The puppy is very strong now and can run very fast.' '健壮' (jiànzhuàng) describes its healthy and strong condition.
他每天锻炼，所以身体很___。
The sentence means 'He exercises every day, so his body is very strong.' '健壮' (jiànzhuàng) is the correct word to describe a strong physique.
这些植物看起来很___，没有生病。
The sentence means 'These plants look very robust, not sick.' '健壮' (jiànzhuàng) is used to describe healthy and strong plants.
那个运动员非常___，赢得了很多比赛。
The sentence means 'That athlete is very strong and won many competitions.' '健壮' (jiànzhuàng) is appropriate for describing an athlete's physical strength.
Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: 他看起来很___，经常锻炼身体。
The sentence describes someone who looks strong and exercises regularly, so '健壮' (strong; robust) is the best fit.
Which of these sentences uses '健壮' correctly?
'健壮' describes something strong and robust, like a tree. It doesn't apply to clothes, moods, or movies.
Select the antonym for '健壮'.
'健壮' means strong and robust. '瘦弱' means thin and weak, which is its opposite.
一个经常生病的人可以被称为'健壮'。
'健壮' means strong and robust. Someone who is often sick is the opposite of '健壮'.
小狗长大后变得很健壮。
Puppies can grow into strong and robust dogs, so '健壮' is appropriate here.
这个苹果看起来很健壮，所以我买它了。
'健壮' is usually used for living things or structures, not typically for fruit. A better word for an apple might be '新鲜' (fresh) or '大' (big).
Describe a healthy person using 健壮.
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他看起来很健壮，因为他经常锻炼身体。
Write a sentence about an old tree that is still strong using 健壮.
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这棵老树很健壮，已经活了很多年。
Imagine you see a robust building. Write a sentence using 健壮 to describe it.
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这座房子看起来很健壮，能经受风雨。
这位爷爷的身体怎么样？
Read this passage:
我的爷爷今年八十岁了，但是他身体很健壮。他每天都去公园散步，还喜欢爬山。
这位爷爷的身体怎么样？
文章中明确提到“他身体很健壮”。
文章中明确提到“他身体很健壮”。
这段话主要描述了什么？
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这只小狗非常健壮，它每天都跑来跑去，很有活力。它的毛色也很亮。
这段话主要描述了什么？
文章中提到“非常健壮，它每天都跑来跑去，很有活力”，这些都说明了小狗的活力和健康状况。
文章中提到“非常健壮，它每天都跑来跑去，很有活力”，这些都说明了小狗的活力和健康状况。
为什么说那个运动员很健壮？
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那个运动员非常健壮，他每天训练好几个小时。他的肌肉很发达，力量也很大。
为什么说那个运动员很健壮？
文章中提到“他的肌肉很发达，力量也很大”，这些是健壮的体现。
文章中提到“他的肌肉很发达，力量也很大”，这些是健壮的体现。
This sentence means 'He is very strong.' 他 (tā) means 'he', 很 (hěn) means 'very', and 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) means 'strong/robust'. The standard word order in Chinese is Subject + Adverb + Adjective.
This sentence means 'That child's body is robust.' 那个 (nàgè) means 'that', 孩子 (háizi) means 'child', 身体 (shēntǐ) means 'body', and 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) means 'robust'. The sentence structure is 'That child's body is robust'.
This sentence means 'She looks very strong.' 她 (tā) means 'she', 看起来 (kànqǐlái) means 'looks like', 很 (hěn) means 'very', and 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) means 'strong'. The structure is Subject + Verb phrase + Adverb + Adjective.
Choose the sentence where "健壮" is used correctly:
"健壮" describes a person's physical strength or robustness. It cannot describe clothes, ideas, or rain.
Which of the following people would you describe as "健壮"?
"健壮" refers to someone physically strong and healthy, often implying a muscular build. A scholar, a frail elderly person, or a baby would not typically be described this way.
Which word is an antonym for "健壮"?
"健壮" means strong and robust. "虚弱" means weak, making it the most direct antonym. "健康" is similar but not an antonym. "强壮" is a synonym. "高大" describes height and size, not necessarily strength.
一个"健壮"的运动员通常有很好的体能。
If an athlete is "健壮", it means they are strong and robust, which implies good physical fitness and endurance.
只有年轻人才能被形容为"健壮"。
While often associated with youth, "健壮" can describe anyone who is strong and robust, regardless of age. For example, a healthy and strong older person can also be described as "健壮".
如果一个人"健壮"，他可能不太容易生病。
Being "健壮" implies good health and a strong constitution, which generally means one is less susceptible to illness.
Describe a person who is physically strong and healthy, using '健壮' at least once.
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我的爷爷虽然已经八十岁了，但是他看起来很健壮。他每天都去公园散步，所以身体非常好。他仍然可以搬重的东西，很有力气。
Imagine you are describing a plant that is growing vigorously. Use '健壮' to talk about its condition.
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这棵小树种下去没多久，现在长得非常健壮。它的叶子很绿，枝干也很粗。看来这里的阳光和水都很适合它生长。
Write a short sentence about an animal that is strong and robust, using '健壮'.
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这匹马非常健壮，它每天都要跑很远的路。它的肌肉发达，看起来很有力量。
根据这段话，为什么他的身体很健壮？
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他每天坚持锻炼，所以身体很健壮。即使天气很冷，他也会去户外跑步。
根据这段话，为什么他的身体很健壮？
文中明确提到“他每天坚持锻炼，所以身体很健壮”，表明锻炼是身体健壮的原因。
文中明确提到“他每天坚持锻炼，所以身体很健壮”，表明锻炼是身体健壮的原因。
这段话主要想表达什么？
Read this passage:
这棵老树经历了风吹雨打，依然健壮地立在那里。它的根深深地扎在土里，没有人能轻易把它拔倒。
这段话主要想表达什么？
“健壮地立在那里”和“没有人能轻易把它拔倒”都强调了树的坚固和强壮。
“健壮地立在那里”和“没有人能轻易把它拔倒”都强调了树的坚固和强壮。
从这段话可以看出，这个农民的儿子有什么特点？
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那个农民的儿子长得很健壮，他可以一个人扛起一大袋米。村里的人都说他将来一定是个好帮手。
从这段话可以看出，这个农民的儿子有什么特点？
“长得很健壮”和“可以一个人扛起一大袋米”都说明他身体强壮。
“长得很健壮”和“可以一个人扛起一大袋米”都说明他身体强壮。
The correct order forms the sentence 'He is very strong and likes sports.'
The correct order forms the sentence 'This tree has grown very strong.'
The correct order forms the sentence 'After exercise, his muscles became strong.'
Describe a time you or someone you know demonstrated resilience in a challenging situation, using '健壮' to describe their strong character or physical state.
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面对生活的挑战，我的朋友总是表现出令人敬佩的健壮。去年他生了一场大病，但他没有放弃，坚持锻炼，现在已经完全恢复，比以前更健壮了。
Imagine you are writing a short motivational message. Use '健壮' to encourage someone to stay strong and healthy, both physically and mentally.
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希望你每天都能保持健壮的身体和积极的精神，无论遇到什么困难，都能坚强地面对。记住，健壮的体魄是实现梦想的基础。
Write a sentence describing a building or structure that is very strong and well-built, using '健壮' to convey its sturdiness.
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这座桥梁经过多年的风雨侵蚀，依然显得非常健壮，确保了交通的安全。
根据这段话，'他'的健壮体现在哪些方面？
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他从小就热爱运动，每天坚持跑步、游泳，所以身体非常健壮。即使在寒冷的冬天，他也很少生病，大家都羡慕他的好体魄。他的健壮不仅体现在身体上，更体现在面对困难时的坚韧不拔。
根据这段话，'他'的健壮体现在哪些方面？
文章中明确提到“身体非常健壮”和“面对困难时的坚韧不拔”，这说明他的健壮不仅是身体上的，还有精神上的。
文章中明确提到“身体非常健壮”和“面对困难时的坚韧不拔”，这说明他的健壮不仅是身体上的，还有精神上的。
这段话主要强调了什么？
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随着年龄的增长，保持身体健壮变得越来越重要。许多老年人通过规律的锻炼和健康的饮食来维持他们的活力。一个健壮的身体不仅能让他们享受生活，还能减少患病的风险。
这段话主要强调了什么？
文章主要围绕老年人如何通过锻炼和饮食保持健壮，以及健壮对他们的好处展开。
文章主要围绕老年人如何通过锻炼和饮食保持健壮，以及健壮对他们的好处展开。
根据这段话，'健壮'在这里描述的是什么？
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这家公司在市场竞争中表现得非常健壮。尽管经济环境不景气，但他们依然保持了强劲的增长势头，这得益于其创新的产品和高效的管理团队。公司的健壮发展也为员工带来了稳定的福利。
根据这段话，'健壮'在这里描述的是什么？
文章中提到“在市场竞争中表现得非常健壮”、“保持了强劲的增长势头”和“健壮发展”，这些都指向公司的经营状况和发展潜力。
文章中提到“在市场竞争中表现得非常健壮”、“保持了强劲的增长势头”和“健壮发展”，这些都指向公司的经营状况和发展潜力。
Choose the most appropriate word to complete the sentence: 他看起来很___，可以举起很重的东西。
The sentence describes someone who looks strong and can lift heavy things. '健壮' (jiànzhuàng) specifically refers to being strong and robust in physique. While '强壮' (qiángzhuàng) is also about being strong, '健壮' fits the context of a healthy, well-built person.
哪个词语与“健壮”的意思最接近？
“健壮” means strong and robust. “魁梧” (kuíwú) describes someone tall and burly, implying a strong physique, thus being the closest in meaning. “瘦弱” (shòuruò), “虚弱” (xūruò), and “柔弱” (róuruò) are all antonyms or describe weakness.
Which sentence correctly uses the word “健壮”?
“健壮” (jiànzhuàng) primarily describes a person's physical condition – strong and robust. Option A uses it correctly to describe someone becoming physically strong after exercise. The other options use it incorrectly to describe trees, thoughts, or book content.
使用“健壮”来形容一个人的身体状况时，通常指的是这个人身体结实、强壮有力。
“健壮” (jiànzhuàng) indeed describes a person's physical condition as sturdy, strong, and powerful.
“健壮”可以用来形容一棵树的生长情况，表示它长得非常茂盛。
“健壮” (jiànzhuàng) is generally used to describe the physical robustness of people or animals. While a tree can be strong, “茂盛” (màoshèng, lush/luxuriant) or “茁壮” (zhuózhuàng, sturdy/thriving) would be more appropriate for describing its growth.
如果一个人体弱多病，我们可以说他很“健壮”。
“健壮” (jiànzhuàng) means strong and robust. If someone is frail and often sick (体弱多病, tǐruòduōbìng), they are the opposite of “健壮”.
The speaker is talking about someone's physical condition despite their age.
Listen for the result of exercise on someone's physique.
The speaker is describing a characteristic of an old tree.
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这匹马真是健壮，一看就是好马。
Focus: 健壮 (jiànzhuàng)
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他看起来非常健壮，应该经常锻炼吧。
Focus: 非常健壮 (fēicháng jiànzhuàng)
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为了保持健壮的身体，我每天都坚持跑步。
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This sentence describes someone becoming progressively stronger through exercise. The structure '变得越来越...' (bèndé yuè lái yuè...) means 'to become more and more...'.
This sentence uses '健壮' to describe a sturdy old tree, emphasizing its resilience. '尽管...依然...' (jǐnguǎn...yīrán...) means 'despite...still...'.
This sentence explains the reason for daily running, which is to maintain a robust physique. '为了...保持...' (wèile...bǎochí...) means 'in order to...maintain...'.
这位运动员的身体非常___，能够承受高强度的训练。
句子描述运动员身体能够承受高强度训练，'健壮'（strong; robust）最符合语境。
经过多年的锻炼，他变得___有力，不再是以前那个文弱书生了。
“经过多年的锻炼”暗示身体变得强壮，'健壮'（strong; robust）是正确的选择。
这棵老树虽然经历了风霜雨雪，但依然枝繁叶茂，显得非常___。
句子描述老树“枝繁叶茂”并且“经历了风霜雨雪”后依然生长良好，表明它很“健壮”（strong; robust）。
为了保持身体___，他每天坚持跑步和游泳。
跑步和游泳是为了保持身体强壮，因此'健壮'（strong; robust）是唯一合适的词。
这些小牛犊出生才几个月，就已经长得非常___了。
“长得非常”后面接形容词表示生长状态，而小牛犊应是强壮的，故选'健壮'（strong; robust）。
医生建议他多运动，以使身体更加___。
医生建议运动是为了让身体变得强壮，所以“健壮”（strong; robust）是正确答案。
Choose the sentence where 健壮 is used appropriately:
健壮 (jiànzhuàng) refers to physical strength and robustness, often used for people or living things. Option A correctly uses it to describe a person's healthy body. Options B, C, and D use it incorrectly as a small tree cannot be described as健壮, and language or a plan cannot be健壮.
Which of the following is the most suitable antonym for 健壮?
健壮 (jiànzhuàng) means strong and robust. 虚弱 (xūruò) means weak or frail, making it the most direct antonym. 肥胖 (féipàng) means obese, 瘦小 (shòuxiǎo) means thin and small, and 高大 (gāodà) means tall and big; these are not direct antonyms for 'strong' or 'robust'.
Select the sentence that best conveys the meaning of a 'robust' economy.
While 健壮 primarily describes physical strength, it can be extended metaphorically to describe a 'robust' or 'healthy' system, like an economy. Option A uses it correctly to describe strong economic growth. The other options use健壮 in contexts where other adjectives would be more appropriate.
一个健壮的论点意味着它有坚实的基础和强有力的证据。
Although 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) primarily means physically strong, it can be used metaphorically to describe something robust, solid, or well-supported, like an argument or a system. Therefore, a '健壮的论点' (robust argument) would indeed mean it has a solid foundation and strong evidence.
如果你形容一个人的性格很健壮，那通常意味着他性情温和、不爱争执。
形容一个人的性格很健壮 (jiànzhuàng) would imply they are strong-willed, resilient, or firm in character, not necessarily mild-mannered or disinclined to argue. 性情温和 (xìngqíng wēnhé - mild-mannered) or 不爱争执 (bù ài zhēngzhí - disinclined to argue) are unrelated to the meaning of 健壮.
在体育比赛中，我们常用“健壮”来称赞运动员的身体素质和耐力。
In sports, 健壮 (jiànzhuàng) is very commonly used to praise an athlete's physical strength, fitness, and endurance, as it directly relates to their physical robustness and health.
Imagine you are describing a very old, but still powerful and healthy tree. Write a short paragraph in Chinese, using '健壮' to describe it. Focus on how its age adds to its robust appearance.
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这棵老树经历了数百年的风霜，依然挺拔健壮。它的树干粗大，枝叶繁茂，展现出顽强的生命力，仿佛时间在它身上留下的不是衰老，而是更加坚韧和力量。
You are writing a short story about a determined athlete. Describe their physical condition and mental strength after years of rigorous training, using '健壮' and other related vocabulary. Emphasize how their training has made them resilient.
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经过多年的刻苦训练，这位运动员的体格变得异常健壮。他的肌肉线条流畅，爆发力十足，每一次跳跃都充满力量。更重要的是，长期的磨砺也让他拥有了钢铁般的意志和无比坚韧的耐力。
Describe a flourishing company or organization that has overcome many challenges and is now very stable and strong. Use '健壮' to convey its resilience and robust growth. What factors contributed to its '健壮' state?
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这家公司经过多年的市场竞争和多次经济危机的考验，不仅没有倒下，反而发展得更加健壮。稳固的研发投入、创新的经营策略以及优秀的团队合作，是其保持旺盛生命力的关键。
根据这段文字，张大爷身体健壮的原因不包括哪一项？
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在偏远的农村，张大爷年过八旬，身体依然健壮。他每天坚持下地干农活，精神矍铄，是村里年轻人的榜样。他的健康秘诀在于规律的作息和乐观的心态。
根据这段文字，张大爷身体健壮的原因不包括哪一项？
文中提到张大爷年过八旬，但他的身体健壮是despite（尽管）年长，而不是because（因为）年长。其他选项都是他保持健壮的原因。
文中提到张大爷年过八旬，但他的身体健壮是despite（尽管）年长，而不是because（因为）年长。其他选项都是他保持健壮的原因。
这段文字主要说明了什么？
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这座桥梁的设计考虑到了极端天气条件，其结构工程师们确保了它即使在强风暴中也能保持健壮和稳定。他们使用了最先进的材料和技术，以保证其长期使用的安全性。
这段文字主要说明了什么？
文章明确提到桥梁设计考虑了极端天气，并且结构工程师确保它在强风暴中也能保持健壮和稳定，表明其坚固性。
文章明确提到桥梁设计考虑了极端天气，并且结构工程师确保它在强风暴中也能保持健壮和稳定，表明其坚固性。
根据这段文字，一个健壮的产业基础需要具备哪些特点？
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一个国家的经济要实现可持续发展，不仅需要强劲的增长速度，更需要健壮的产业基础。这意味着要优化产业结构，提高科技含量，并建立完善的风险抵御机制，而非仅仅追求短期利益。
根据这段文字，一个健壮的产业基础需要具备哪些特点？
文章清楚地指出，健壮的产业基础需要“优化产业结构，提高科技含量，并建立完善的风险抵御机制”。
文章清楚地指出，健壮的产业基础需要“优化产业结构，提高科技含量，并建立完善的风险抵御机制”。
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Summary
Use 健壮 to describe someone or something that is strong and robust.
- Strong
- Robust
- Healthy
