prime of life; one's prime (around age 30, especially for men)
Refers to the peak period of a man's vigor, typically around age 30. Often used in expressions like 壮を過ぎる.
He still works energetically even though he is past his prime.
magnificent; grand; majestic; splendid
heroic; fierce; grand; sublime; magnificent
prime of life; the prime years
magnificent spectacle; grand view
tragic but brave; heroic; grim
send-off; farewell
robust; sturdy; strong and healthy
magnificent; grand; splendid; imposing
splendid; magnificent; grand
heroic; brave; majestic; soul-stirring
able-bodied young man; youth of conscription age
healthy; robust; in good health
ambitious undertaking; grand scheme
young man in his prime; swaggerer; ruffian
great ambition; lofty aspiration
emotionally uplifting; stirring
ambitious undertaking; heroic enterprise; grand scheme
heroic; brave; gallant
sublime beauty; magnificent beauty
Standard kanji for senses related to vigor, prime, and manliness.
The kanji 壮 carries meanings of robust, vigorous, and prime. The moxibustion counter sense is a specialized use, possibly derived from the shape or burning of moxa cones.