How to Say ‘Healthy’ in Japanese
健康的な
けんこうてきな
💬 Usage Tip: '[的]' signifies a quality, turning '[健康]' into an adjective.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Healthy living is a cultural priority, often echoed in public policy and lifestyle choices.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
健康けんこう
[kenkou]
health
A condition of being physically and mentally well.
毎日運動して健康を保つ。
Exercise daily to maintain health.
的てき
[teki]
target
Used to indicate something is an object or goal.
健康的な生活を送るのが目的だ。
The goal is to lead a healthy lifestyle.
なな
[na]
is
An ending particle that is used to affirm the state of being.
健康的な食事を心がける。
Be mindful of eating healthy meals.
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