Be physical: meaning, definitions and examples

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be physical

 

[ bi ˈfɪzɪkəl ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

action

To be physically active or engage in physical activity.

Synonyms

be active, engage in physical activity, exercise

Examples of usage

  • It's important to be physical and exercise regularly.
  • He loves to be physical and play sports with his friends.
Context #2 | Verb

intimacy

To engage in physical intimacy or closeness with someone, often in a romantic or sexual way.

Synonyms

be intimate, engage in physical closeness, show physical affection

Examples of usage

  • They like to be physical and hold hands while walking.
  • The couple enjoys being physical and cuddling on the couch.

Translations

Translations of the word "be physical" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ser físico

🇮🇳 शारीरिक हो

🇩🇪 körperlich sein

🇮🇩 menjadi fisik

🇺🇦 бути фізичним

🇵🇱 być fizycznym

🇯🇵 身体的になる

🇫🇷 être physique

🇪🇸 ser físico

🇹🇷 fiziksel olmak

🇰🇷 신체적이다

🇸🇦 أن تكون جسديًا

🇨🇿 být fyzický

🇸🇰 byť fyzický

🇨🇳 成为身体的

🇸🇮 biti fizičen

🇮🇸 vera líkamlegur

🇰🇿 физикалық болу

🇬🇪 იყო ფიზიკური

🇦🇿 fiziki olmaq

🇲🇽 ser físico

Etymology

The phrase 'be physical' originates from the combination of the verb 'be' and the adjective 'physical', which dates back to the late Middle English period. The concept of being physical has always been associated with bodily movements, actions, and interactions, reflecting the importance of physical health and intimacy in human relationships.