aerobics
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Definition
A type of physical exercise with rhythmic movements, usually set to music, designed to improve heart and lung fitness.
Usage & Nuances
Used almost always as an uncountable noun and typically with 'do' or 'take' (e.g., 'do aerobics'). Common in gym and fitness contexts. Not the same as 'aerobic exercise', which is broader; 'aerobics' implies a class or group activity.
Spanish: aeróbic - ejercicios aeróbicosPortuguese (BR): aeróbica - ginástica aeróbicaPortuguese (PT): aeróbica - ginástica aeróbicaChinese (Simplified): 有氧操 - 有氧健身操Chinese (Traditional): 有氧運動 - 有氧健身操Hindi: एरोबिक्सArabic: تمارين الأيروبيكBengali: এরোবিক্সRussian: аэробикаJapanese: エアロビクスVietnamese: aerobicKorean: 에어로빅Turkish: aerobikUrdu: ایروبکسIndonesian: aerobik
Example Sentences
My mom does aerobics three times a week.
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There is an aerobics class at the gym every morning.
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I want to try aerobics to get in shape.
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Have you ever done aerobics to music? It’s actually really fun.
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The aerobics instructor made the class dance faster today.
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I feel so energized after an hour of aerobics.
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