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    Referring to one's body with 身体 (shēntǐ)

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    身体

    Explanation

    The noun 身体 (shēntǐ) means "body" and refers to the physical body of a person. It is used in discussions about health, physical condition, and well-being. Common expressions include 身体好 (in good health) and 身体不舒服 (feeling unwell).

    Examples

    • 最近工作太忙，身体有点吃不消。

      Zuìjìn gōngzuò tài máng, shēntǐ yǒudiǎn chībuxiāo.

      Work has been too busy lately, and my body can't quite take it.

    • 爷爷八十多岁了，身体还是很好。

      Yéye bāshí duō suì le, shēntǐ háishi hěn hǎo.

      Grandpa is over eighty years old, but he's still in great health.

    • 你身体不舒服就早点回家休息吧。

      Nǐ shēntǐ bù shūfu jiù zǎodiǎn huíjiā xiūxi ba.

      If you're not feeling well, go home and rest early.

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