physically weak
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- 1 physically weak、in poor physical condition
Describes a physically weak or run-down condition in which someone has little strength or is more likely to become ill.
physically weak、in poor physical condition
Describes either temporary physical weakness or a generally weak constitution.
Learning notes
Explanation
This expression combines ร่างกาย, “body,” with อ่อนแอ, “weak.” It therefore literally describes the body as weak. It can refer to a temporary decline caused by lack of sleep, overwork, poor nutrition, or recovery from illness. It can also describe someone with a naturally weak constitution. It is a neutral expression used in everyday conversation and health-related writing.
Usage
Used when discussing reduced strength or resistance due to sleep deprivation, overwork, poor nutrition, or recovery from illness. It is also used for people with a weak constitution and in advice about health and lifestyle.
Caution
This does not simply mean “tired.” For temporary tiredness or fatigue, เหนื่อย or อ่อนเพลีย is usually more natural. อ่อนแอ by itself can also describe emotional, organizational, or strategic weakness, but ร่างกายอ่อนแอ refers specifically to physical weakness.
Differences from similar words
1 physically weak synonyms
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อ่อนเพลีย refers to feeling fatigued, drained, or lacking energy at a particular time. ร่างกายอ่อนแอ describes broader physical weakness, potentially including low resistance to illness.