体付き

からだつき

body build, figure

JLPT N1

Character Breakdown

Meaning of

き refers to a person's body build or figure, describing the shape and proportions of the body.

Usage

Commonly used when talking about physical appearance, especially in sports, modeling, or fitness contexts.

Collocations

  • きがいい (good build): describing someone with a well-proportioned body.
  • きががっしりしている (solid build): describing a sturdy or muscular physique.

Nuance

き focuses on the external physical form and is often used to compliment or describe someone's natural body shape.

Example Sentences

He has a good physique, suitable for being an athlete.

This model's figure is very well-proportioned.

Different athletes have different body builds.