physical
Meaning: Relating to the body rather than the mind; relating to things you can touch
The word 'physical' relates to the body and material things rather than the mind or spirit. 'Physical activity' means exercise. 'Physical contact' means touching. Something 'physical' exists in material form (as opposed to digital or theoretical). 'Get physical' can mean to become violent or to become intimate.
Examples
- Regular physical exercise is good for your health. 定期体育锻炼有益健康。El ejercicio físico regular es bueno para tu salud.定期的な運動は健康に良いです。규칙적인 운동은 건강에 좋습니다.
- There was no physical evidence at the scene. 现场没有物证。No había pruebas físicas en la escena.現場には物的証拠がありませんでした。현장에는 물적 증거가 없었습니다.
- It's a demanding job, both mentally and physically. 这是一份精神和身体都很累的工作。Es un trabajo exigente, tanto mental como físicamente.精神的にも肉体的にも大変な仕事です。정신적으로나 육체적으로나 힘든 일입니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Latin 'physicalis', from Greek 'physikos' meaning 'of nature', from 'physis' (nature, origin), from 'phyein' (to grow). Originally meant relating to natural science.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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