Translation guide
Describes a person's physical build, frame, or body type. Japanese has several common words that map to different aspects of 'body build', from general physique to specific connotations like 'stature' or 'figure'.
He has a sturdy build.
She has a good figure.
The overall physical build or constitution of a person, often in neutral or descriptive contexts.
The most common and neutral word for 'physique' or 'body build'. Used in medical, sports, and everyday contexts.
He has a sturdy build.
Athletes with good physiques gathered.
Refers to one's body shape or build, often with a nuance of appearance. Slightly more casual than 体格.
Focuses on body shape or figure, often in contexts of fashion, fitness, or body image.
Emphasizes the size or largeness of the body frame, often implying robustness.
A somewhat formal or literary term for 'physique' or 'body frame', often implying a large or imposing build.
He has an impressive physique.
Literally 'skeletal structure', used to describe someone's frame or build, often in terms of being large-boned or small-boned.
A common phrase meaning 'sturdy build' or 'solid physique'. The adjective がっしりした is often used with 体格.
Describes the shape or proportions of the body, frequently used for women's figures.
A loanword from English 'style', but in Japanese it specifically means 'figure' or 'body shape', especially for women. Often used positively.
She has a good figure.
Another loanword, meaning 'proportions' of the body. Similar to スタイル but slightly more formal or technical.
体格 is the most general and neutral term for physique. 体つき is slightly more casual and focuses on appearance. 体型 specifically refers to body shape or figure, often in contexts of clothing or fitness.
The direct phrase 'ボディビルド' is not used in Japanese to mean physique; it refers to bodybuilding as a sport. Use 体格 or other terms above.
My body shape has been changing lately.
この服はどんな体型の人にも合います。
These clothes suit people of any body type.
彼女は骨格がしっかりしている。
She has a sturdy frame.
A man with a sturdy build was standing there.
I admire a model-like figure.