How to Say ‘Exercise’ in Traditional Chinese
做運動
💬 Usage Tip: The verb [做] (dzwoh) is often used with activities, meaning "to do".
🇹🇼 In Taiwan: Exercise is highly valued in Taiwanese culture, often seen in morning tai chi groups in the parks.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
做
[zuò]
do
To carry out or perform an action.
他在工作後會做運動。
He does exercises after work.
運動
[yùn dòng]
exercise
Physical activity done to maintain or improve health and fitness.
每天做運動對健康有益。
Daily exercise is beneficial for health.
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