身体 (shēntǐ) — body, health

身体 (shēntǐ)

Refers to the physical body or to one's state of health. It is commonly used in greetings and well-wishes to inquire about or comment on someone's health.

Meanings

1. [noun] The physical body.
2. [noun] Health, physical condition.

Example Sentences

你身体好吗？ Nǐ shēntǐ hǎo ma? How is your health?

多运动对身体有好处。 Duō yùndòng duì shēntǐ yǒu hǎochu. Exercising more is good for the body.

他身体很好，每天跑步。 Tā shēntǐ hěn hǎo, měi tiān pǎobù. He is in great health. He runs every day.

注意身体，好好休息。 Zhùyì shēntǐ, hǎohao xiūxi. Take care of your health and rest well.

Collocations

Memory Hook

身 is the character for body/person and 体 also means body: 身体 doubly emphasizes the physical self.