一身
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Meaning: entire body
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一身
一身 refers to the entire physical body of a person. It is often used to describe someone's appearance, condition, or state in a general sense.
The character 一 (yī) means 'one' or 'a single,' and 身 (shēn) means 'body.' Together, they literally translate to 'one body,' emphasizing the whole or entirety of a person's physical form.
It is commonly used in expressions like 一身正气 (yī shēn zhèngqì), meaning 'a full body of integrity,' which describes someone with strong moral character. In daily conversation, it can also be used to describe someone’s outfit or physical condition, such as 一身汗 (yī shēn hàn), meaning 'sweaty all over.'
Example Sentences
他一身的力气都用在了工作中。
He put all his strength into his work.
她穿着一身红衣服，非常喜庆。
She was wearing a red outfit, which was very festive.