Translation of Japanese word "運動する" to English
運動する
うんどうする
[undousuru]
IPA: /ɯnɖoːɕɯɾɯ/
Meaning
VerbTo exert for the sake of training or improvement; to practice in order to develop.
How to use
運動する (undou suru) — 'to exercise / move / campaign'. 毎日運動する — exercise daily. 運動靴 (undougutsu) — sneakers.
🇬🇧 English
to exercise
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 運動する
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): うんどうする
Romaji Transcription: undousuru
Example Sentences
毎日運動するようにします。
まいにちうんどうするようにします。
I exercise every day.
運動する時は水を飲むようにします。
うんどうするときはみずをのみゅうようにします。
I drink water when exercising.
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Common phrases
- 適度に運動する— to exercise moderately
Frequency rank: #418 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "運動する" mean?▼
The Japanese word "運動する" means "to exercise" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "運動する"?▼
The word "運動する" is read as "うんどうする" (undousuru). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Exercising can make your body stronger.".
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