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身
shēn
Description
"身"最常用来说人的身体。
"身" is most commonly used to refer to a person's body.
它也可以做量词，用来数衣服，比如"一身新衣服"。
It can also be used as a measure word for counting clothes, such as "一身新衣服" (a new set of clothes).
Meanings
身shēn
body
他全身都是汗。
He is covered in sweat.
身shēn
oneself; personal
这件事要亲身去做。
This matter must be done in person.
身shēn
measure word for suits/sets of clothes
她穿了一身红衣服。
She is dressed all in red.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
pictograph originally depicting a person's body, especially a pregnant belly.
- Nuance
身 alone is more literary; everyday speech usually uses 身体 for 'body'.
In videos
“你要怎么知道自己是分还是身呢？”
“像吃那个尾鱼刺身的感觉啊”
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