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身体
karada, shintai
Description
「身体」は、人や動物の全体をあらわす言葉です。
"身体" is a word that refers to the whole of a person or animal.
ふつうは「からだ」と読み、「体」と同じ意味ですが、少しかたい感じがします。
It is usually read as "からだ" and has the same meaning as "体", but it feels a bit more formal.
Meanings
身体karada
the body (of a person or animal)
毎日運動して身体を大切にしています。
I exercise every day to take care of my body.
身体shintai
body; physical being (formal usage)
身体に障害のある人を助けます。
I help people with physical disabilities.
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Notes
- Reading
身体 is usually read "karada," but formal or written contexts use "shintai."
- Nuance
身体 feels slightly more formal or written than the plain 体.
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