1.
healthy, robust, sound, in good health
Describes being in good physical health and vigor. Often used formally, especially in greetings or to describe elderly people who are still healthy.
ご壮健で何よりです
I'm glad to see you in good health
祖父は90歳になっても壮健だ。
My grandfather is still robust at 90 years old.
皆様のご壮健とご多幸をお祈りします。
I wish everyone good health and happiness.
ADJECTIVE TYPE: Na-adjective. Uses な before nouns: 壮健な体.
FORMAL USAGE: 壮健 is often used in formal contexts, especially in greetings (ご壮健で), letters, and formal speeches. It's particularly appropriate when inquiring about or commenting on the health of elderly or respected persons.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- ご壮健で (I hope you're well - greeting)
- 壮健な体 (healthy body)
- ご壮健をお祈りする (to wish someone good health)
RELATED WORDS:
- 健康 (healthy - more common)
- 元気 (healthy, energetic - casual)
- 頑健 (sturdy, robust)
- 矍鑠 (hale and hearty - for elderly)