Korean

건강
Meaning: health; good health; well-being
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

健
康

Example sentences

Regular exercise is good for your health.
사과, 배, 포도 등 과일은 건강에 좋습니다.
Fruits like apples, pears, grapes, etc. are good for your health.
건강을 위해 운동을 시작했다.
I started exercising for my health.
담배는 건강에 해를 끼칩니다.
Smoking causes harm to health.
내가 좀 더 건강하다면 좋겠다.
If only I were a bit healthier, it would be good.
물을 많이 마시는 것이 건강에 좋다.
Drinking a lot of water is good for your health.
매일 아침 운동을 하는 것은 건강에 좋다.
Doing exercise every morning is good for your health.
건강 유지를 위해 꾸준히 운동을 하신다.
They exercise steadily for health maintenance.
건강을 위해 지방 섭취를 줄여야 한다.
You should reduce fat intake for your health.
그의 건강 상태가 좋지 않다.
His health condition is not good.

Usage Notes

Refers to the state of being physically and mentally sound.

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