noun
The physical body of a person or animal. The most common meaning.
See also: 身体 (しんたい)
毎日運動して、体を鍛えている。
I exercise every day to train my body.
風邪をひいて、
I caught a cold and my body feels heavy.
noun
Specifically the main part of the body excluding the head and limbs.
体をひねって後ろを振り返る。
I twist my torso and look back.
noun
Refers to one's physical build or body shape. Often used with adjectives like 大きい or 小さい.
彼は体が大きくて、力が強い。
He has a large build and is strong.
noun
Used when talking about one's physical condition or health, often in set phrases like 体に気をつける or 体を壊す.
最近忙しくて、体を壊しそうだ。
I've been so busy lately I feel like I'm going to ruin my health.
お体に気をつけてください。
Please take care of your health.