JLPT N2 Upper Intermediate
鍛える
To forge or strengthen the body, mind, or skills through rigorous training.
Readings
Other forms
鍛えます polite form
鍛えて te-form
鍛えた plain past
鍛えられる passive/potential form
1 Transitive Verb
To Train / Strengthen (the body)
Applies intense effort to the body to increase physical capacity, durability, or muscle mass.
Example
毎日 ジム に 通って 体 を 鍛えて います 。
I go to the gym every day to train my body.
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2 Transitive Verb
To Develop / Discipline (the mind or a skill)
Refines mental faculties, professional skills, or character through strictly disciplined practice and experience.
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