L'exercice (en. The exercise)

/lɛɡzɛʁsis/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Activity aimed at acquiring or perfecting skills.
Regular exercise improves health.
L'exercice régulier améliore la santé.
Set of questions or problems to solve for training.
She did several math exercises to prepare.
Elle a fait plusieurs exercices de maths pour se préparer.
Physical or mental practice.
This meditation exercise helps with concentration.
Cet exercice de méditation aide à concentration.

Etymology

From Latin 'exercitium', derived from 'exercere' which means 'to put into practice'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

To exercise
To practice a physical activity.
faire de l'exercice
Must-do exercise
An essential practice or activity.
exercice incontournable
Exercise of style
Variation of an artistic form.
exercice de style

Related Words

Exerciser
A person who does exercises.
exerciser
Physical exercise
Activity aimed at improving physical condition.
exercice physique
Intellectual exercise
Activity aimed at stimulating the mind.
exercice intellectuel

Slang Meanings

Fitness
He goes to the gym to exercise.
Il va au gymnase pour faire de l'exercice.
Training routine
Her morning exercise routine is very strict.
Sa routine matinale d'exercice est très stricte.