dung6 tai2胴體胴体
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Definition
The human body, often referring to a naked or beautiful physique.
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How it's used
胴體 is a formal term primarily used in artistic, medical, or literary contexts to describe the human form. It carries a sense of aesthetic appreciation or anatomical focus, making it sound quite unnatural in daily conversation when referring to a person's body. For everyday situations, use 身體 instead.
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His body is very robust.
This sculpture displays a beautiful body.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use 胴體 as a direct synonym for 身體 in casual speech, which sounds overly clinical or poetic. Avoid using it to talk about health or general physical well-being.
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Grammar guides
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