Physis

German

Etymology

16th century, from Ancient Greek φύσις (phúsis).

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈfyːzɪs/

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Noun

Physis f (genitive Physis, no plural)

1. (learned, also sports slang) physique, bodily strength or constitution

   Synonyms: Körper, Körperbau, körperliche Stärke/Verfassung, Körperlichkeit

2. (Greek philosophy) physis

Related terms

• physisch
• Physik