健康
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Meaning: health
How to Understand
健康
健康 refers to a state of physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It emphasizes being free from illness and maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
The character 健 (jiàn) originally meant 'strong' or 'vigorous,' while 康 (kāng) meant 'prosperous' or 'healthy.' Together, they convey the idea of a strong and prosperous state of being, often associated with good health.
In Chinese culture, health is highly valued, and maintaining it is seen as essential for a happy life. Common expressions like “身体健康” (shēn tǐ jiàn kāng) mean 'good health' and are often used as wishes for others. Health is also closely tied to traditional practices such as tai chi, herbal medicine, and dietary balance.
Example Sentences
保持健康是每个人的责任。
Maintaining health is everyone's responsibility.
他通过锻炼和健康饮食保持良好的健康状态。
He maintains good health through exercise and a healthy diet.