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How do you say "weightlifting" in Chinese?
举重
jǔ zhòng
In Chinese, "weightlifting" is 举重.
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Pronunciation
Say 'joo' (falling tone) with a quick jump up to 'jong' (falling tone). Both are short, punchy syllables.
Writing and usage
举 uses 11 strokes and means to lift or hold up. 重 uses 9 strokes and means heavy. The compound directly describes the action.
Example sentence
她参加了举重比赛。
She competed in a weightlifting contest.
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How to remember 举重
Lifting heavy things is weightlifting. Both characters paint a clear picture of the sport.
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Questions about 举重
How do you say "weightlifting" in Chinese?
In Chinese, "weightlifting" is 举重. It is a noun.
How is 举重 written in Chinese?
举 uses 11 strokes and means to lift or hold up. 重 uses 9 strokes and means heavy. The compound directly describes the action.
How is 举重 used in a sentence?
Use 举重 as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: 她参加了举重比赛。 (She competed in a weightlifting contest.).
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