健

strong, healthy

健 is composed of the radical of 人 (person) and 建 (construct). 建 means to plan and construct. Buildings that are constructed after careful planning are especially solid and sturdy. Therefore, 健 conveys the idea of a strong and powerful human body, and is also used to describe a person in good physical condition.

Vocabulary of 健

  • 健身 (physical exercise)
  • 健忘 (forgetful)
  • 健碩 (well-built)

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