Japanese

じょうぶ
Meaning: durable; strong; healthy; robust
Part of Speech: Adjectival noun

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Handwriting

丈
夫

Example sentences

These shoes are very durable and last a long time.
この時計は日本製で、とても丈夫です。
This watch is Japanese-made and very durable.
この机の脚は金属製で、とても丈夫だ。
The legs of this desk are made of metal and are very sturdy.
この素材は非常に軽量で丈夫だ。
This material is very lightweight and durable.
この靴は丈夫で長持ちする。
These shoes are durable and last a long time.
このデニムのジャケットは、とても丈夫で長持ちする。
This denim jacket is very durable and lasts a long time.
彼は体が丈夫なことだけが取柄だ。
His only saving grace is that he is healthy.

Usage Notes

Can describe both physical health and the durability of objects. For objects, it means it doesn't break easily.

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