German word

Gymnastik

Pronunciation

IPA/gʏmˈnastɪk/

Meaning

  • feminine noungymnastics

Example

Ich mache jeden Morgen Gymnastik.

I do gymnastics every morning.

Illustration for Gymnastik (gymnastics)

More examples

Nach dem Aufwärmen machen wir Gymnastik.

After warming up, we do gymnastics.

Core concept

A rhythmic exercise routine that builds strength and flexibility through controlled movement.

Common phrases

  • Gymnastik machen

    do gymnastics

  • an Gymnastik teilnehmen

    take part in gymnastics

  • Gymnastik anbieten

    offer gymnastics

Similar words

Turnen: Physical exercises using mats or apparatus, often done at school or in clubs.
Sport: Physical activity in general, including competition and play.
Fitness: Exercise or an exercise routine aimed at improving strength and fitness.
Bewegung: Moving the body for health or a change of mood.

Definition in German

Gymnastik ist gezielte, meist rhythmische Bewegung zur Kräftigung und Beweglichkeit ohne starken Wettkampfcharakter.

Word origin

Gymnastik ultimately comes from Greek gymnastike, meaning the art of exercising, through Latin gymnastica and later European languages.

Usage tips

  • Gymnastik is feminine, so the standard form is die Gymnastik, and it is usually used as an uncountable noun without a plural.

Other meanings

  • exercisenoun

Opposites

  • Bewegungsmangellack of exercisenoun
  • Ruherestnoun

Related words

  • Gymnastikstundegymnastics classnoun
  • gymnastischgymnasticadjective
  • Gymnastikgerätgymnastics equipmentnoun

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