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Yaletái yìhng
Definition
Physique, build, or body shape of a person or animal.
neutralpeopleanimals
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the overall build, size, and proportions of a body rather than just weight or height. It is commonly used when comparing animals or describing athletes, emphasizing the structural frame of the subject. While it can apply to humans, it often carries a slightly clinical or observational tone compared to more casual descriptions of someone being fat or thin.
Examples
Even though his physique is small, he is very strong.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe specific body parts, as it refers to the entire physical frame. It is not interchangeable with 身材, which is more commonly used to describe a person's figure or silhouette in a social or aesthetic context.
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