Meaning and Usage
"全身" literally means "whole body" or "entire body." It is commonly used to refer to the entire physical body in contexts such as health, exercise, or describing a state affecting the whole body.
Common Collocations
- 全身湿透 (quánshēn shī tòu): whole body soaked, used to describe being completely wet.
- 全身检查 (quánshēn jiǎnchá): full body checkup, often used in medical contexts.
- 全身协调 (quánshēn xiétiáo): whole body coordination, common in sports or physical training.
Usage Notes
"全身" is a noun phrase and can be used as the subject or object in a sentence. It often appears with verbs related to physical states or actions affecting the entire body. Avoid confusing it with "身体" (shēntǐ), which also means body but can be more general or abstract, while "全身" emphasizes the entirety of the physical body.
Register and Tone
"全身" is neutral and appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. It is frequently used in everyday conversation, medical settings, and sports discussions.