expression, godan verb (-ru)
be beneficial; do one good; be good for the body or mind
Used when something (often food, rest, or advice) has a positive effect on one's health, mind, or overall well-being.
この薬は体の身になる。
This medicine is good for the body.
彼の忠告は身になった。
His advice was beneficial.
expression, godan verb (-ru)
put oneself in someone's shoes; put oneself in the place of ...
Used in the pattern ...の身になる to mean imagining oneself in another person's situation or feelings.
相手の身になって考えてみてください。
Please try to think putting yourself in the other person's shoes.