体操

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gymnastics, physical exercises, calisthenics

JLPT N2

Character Breakdown

refers to gymnastics or physical exercises designed to improve fitness, flexibility, and coordination.

Usage

It can mean formal gymnastics as a sport or general calisthenics done for health.

Common collocations

Notes

is often part of school routines or fitness programs. It emphasizes movement and body control, different from competitive sports that focus on competition alone.

Example Sentences

The school organizes students to do gymnastics every morning.

She participated in the national gymnastics competition and won a medal.

Gymnastics not only exercises the body but also improves coordination.