Cuerpos (en. Bodies)

/ˈkweɾpos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A set of organs that form a living being.
Human bodies are complex and fascinating.
Los cuerpos humanos son complejos y fascinantes.
Any physical object, especially one that has shape and volume.
The car's body was damaged after the accident.
El cuerpo del coche estaba dañado después del accidente.
The shape, figure, or external appearance of a person or thing.
She takes great care to keep her body in shape.
Ella se cuida mucho para mantener en forma su cuerpo.

Etymology

From Latin 'corpus', which means 'body'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

hand-to-hand
Close combat, usually physical.
cuerpo a cuerpo
under the same body
To be part of the same group or collective.
bajo el mismo cuerpo
to join forces
To join forces or establish cohesion in a group.
hacer cuerpo

Related Words

culture
A set of knowledge, beliefs, customs, and norms that characterize a society.
cultura
physical
Related to matter and the forces acting upon it.
físico
health
State of complete physical, mental, and social well-being.
salud

Slang Meanings

gym body
That boy has an impressive gym body.
Ese chico tiene un cuerpo de gimnasio impresionante.
dance body
The school's dance body is very talented.
El cuerpo de baile de la escuela es muy talentoso.