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건강하다

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Meaning and Usage

The adjective '건강하다' means 'to be healthy' and is commonly used to describe a person's physical condition. It is a descriptive verb often used in everyday conversation and formal contexts alike.

Common Collocations

  • 건강하다 + 사람: describing a healthy person
  • 건강하다 + 생활/습관: referring to a healthy lifestyle or habits
  • 건강하다 + 몸/체력: emphasizing physical health or strength

Usage Notes

When using '건강하다', speakers often imply not only the absence of illness but also a state of good physical condition. It is frequently paired with verbs like '지키다' (to maintain) or '챙기다' (to take care of) when talking about health management.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '건강하다' with '건강에 좋다' (good for health). Remember, '건강하다' describes the state of being healthy, while '건강에 좋다' describes something beneficial to health.

Politeness and Register

'건강하다' is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal speech. To make it polite, use the appropriate verb endings like '-요' or '-습니다'.

Example Sentences

그는 항상 건강해서 병원에 갈 일이 거의 없다.

Geuneun hangsang geonganghaeseo byeongwone gal iri geoui eopda.

He is always healthy, so he rarely needs to go to the hospital.

건강하려면 규칙적으로 운동하는 것이 중요하다.

Geongangharyeomyeon gyuchikjeogeuro undonghaneun geosi jungyohada.

To be healthy, it is important to exercise regularly.

건강한 식습관이 몸을 튼튼하게 만든다.

Geonganghan siksupgwan-i momeul teunteunhage mandeunda.

Healthy eating habits make the body strong.