举重

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Character Breakdown

Understanding 举重

The term 举重 (jǔzhòng) specifically refers to the sport of weightlifting, where athletes lift heavy weights in competition. It combines the characters (to lift) and (heavy), directly describing the action of lifting heavy objects.

Usage in Conversation

举重 is commonly used when talking about the sport itself, training routines, or competitions. For example, you might hear it in contexts discussing Olympic sports or fitness activities.

Common Collocations

  • 举重比赛 (weightlifting competition): refers to organized contests in the sport.
  • 举重运动员 (weightlifter): an athlete who practices weightlifting.
  • 举重训练 (weightlifting training): the practice sessions for improving strength and technique.

Tips

When using 举重, it usually relates to the sport or exercise context. Avoid confusing it with general lifting or carrying heavy objects in daily life, where verbs like (tái) or (bān) might be more appropriate. 举重 carries a formal and athletic connotation.

Example Sentences

He has liked weightlifting since childhood and dreams of becoming an Olympic

Weightlifting competitions require athletes to have great strength and

He goes to the gym every day to lift weights to improve his physical