Translation guide
The physical structure of a person or animal, as opposed to the mind or spirit.
Referring to the entire physical structure of a person or animal.
Referring to the body as a physical object, such as a corpse, or the main part of something.
Specifically means 'dead body' or 'corpse'. Use this when referring to a deceased person or animal.
Referring to a group of people organized for a specific purpose.
The loanword ボディー (bodī) is used mainly for car bodies, camera bodies, or in fashion contexts. It is not a general translation for 'the body' in most senses.
Car body
My body feels heavy/tired.
Moving your body is good for your health.
A slightly more formal term, often used in medical or official contexts. Can also be read as からだ in some contexts.
Undergo a physical examination.
Refers to the physical body, often with a nuance of 'flesh' or in contrast to the spirit/mind. Used in philosophical or literary contexts.
Balance between mind and body.
The police discovered a body.
A more respectful term for a dead body, often used for human remains in formal or news contexts.
The body was handed over to the family.
Means 'main body' or 'main unit', often used for machines, devices, or organizations. Not for living bodies.
The price of the smartphone body (main unit).
General term for an organization, group, or body (e.g., non-profit, political).
The body is working on environmental protection.