sang1 lei5生理
Jyutpingsang1 lei5
Yalesāng léih
Definition
Physiology; physical or physiological aspects of the body.
neutralhealthbody
How it's used
Refers specifically to the biological or physical functions of the body rather than the mind or emotions. It is frequently paired with 心理 to create a contrast between the physical and the mental aspects of a person. Unlike the English word physiological, it is often used in everyday speech to describe natural bodily rhythms or health conditions.
Examples
His body clock has been very messed up lately.
Is this illness a physical or psychological problem?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to refer to a woman's menstrual cycle unless specifically using the term 生理期, as using just 生理 in that context can sound overly clinical or vague.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
