kimwili

How to say it

Meaning

Having to do with the body rather than the mind, or in terms of the body.

Good to know

Formed with ki- from mwili, body, and it never changes: mazoezi ya kimwili, physical exercise; ukuaji wa kimwili, physical growth.

Examples

• Mazoezi ya kimwili ni muhimu kwa afya.Physical exercise is important for health.
• Wachezaji wako tayari kimwili kwa mechi.The players are physically ready for the match.
• Watoto wengi wamedumaa kimwili kwa kukosa lishe.Many children are physically stunted from lack of nutrition.