el

masculine

/ˈkweɾpo/

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Translation

body

Word origin

From Latin corpus ('body'). The same root gives the English borrowings below.

Origin: Latin
Root: corpus
English cognates: corpse, corporal

Grammar

Gendermasculine

Examples

Daily exercise is good for the body and mind.

His whole body was tired after the match.

Strong cold affects the entire body.

They found the victim's body near the river.

This wine has a lot of body and a long finish.

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This word is part of lesson 7.