心、技、体のバランスを整えることが基本だ。
The basic principle is to balance spirit, technique, and physical strength.
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Example sentences
There is a saying that 'names represent the essence,' and his personality fits his name perfectly.
二葉亭四迷の小説「浮雲」は言文一致体で書かれている
Futabatei Shimei's novel 'Ukigumo' is written in the genbun-itchi style.
名は体を表すというが、彼の誠実さはまさにその通りだ。
They say the name expresses the nature, and his sincerity is exactly like that.
Usage Notes
While usually read as 'karada' for 'body', the reading 'tai' is used in compounds, set phrases like 名は体を表す, or as a counter for statues.
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