Kilo Lingo

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

ejercicio .

Daily exercise is good for the body and mind.

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His whole body was tired after the match.

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Strong cold affects the entire body.

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They found the victim's body near the river.

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

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This word is part of lesson 7.