1.
body, flesh
The physical body or its flesh.
2.
oneself, one's position
One's own person or situation.
身 has multiple meanings related to body and self.
COMMON EXPRESSIONS:
- 身に付ける (to wear; to acquire skill)
- 身に覚えがある (to have experience of)
- 身を守る (to protect oneself)
- 身を引く (to step aside, withdraw)
- 身の程 (one's station in life)
- 身の回り (one's surroundings/belongings)
COMPOUND WORDS:
- 身体/身体: body
- 身分: social status
- 身元: identity
Related Words
Related:
体 (body (physical))