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修行
xiūxíng
Description
「修行」是指为了让自己变得更好而做的练习或学习，常常用在宗教、武术或人生方面。
"修行" refers to the practice or study done to improve oneself, often used in religion, martial arts, or life.
和尚在山上修行了很多年。
The monk practiced 修行 on the mountain for many years.
Meanings
修行xiūxíng
to practice spiritual or religious cultivation
他去寺庙里修行。
He goes to the temple to practice cultivation.
修行xiūxíng
training or practice to improve oneself
学做人也是一种修行。
Learning to be a good person is also a form of cultivation.
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Notes
- Etymology
修 (to cultivate/repair) + 行 (conduct/practice), literally cultivating one's conduct.
- Nuance
often carries a spiritual or Buddhist tone; more solemn than plain 练习.
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