丈夫

じょうぶ

Strong, sturdy, durable

N5na-adjective·joubu

How to remember it

丈 "stature/measure" + 夫 "man" = a sturdy, manly build = durable.

Example sentences

  • このかばんはとても丈夫です。

    このかばんはとてもじょうぶです。

    This bag is very sturdy.

  • 祖父は年をとっても丈夫です。

    そふはとしをとってもじょうぶです。

    My grandfather stays healthy and strong even in old age.

Usage

Na-adjective; describes sturdy objects or robust health (丈夫な体).

Related words

強い頑丈弱い元気

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