die Körperlichkeit
Translation
physicality, corporeality
Examples
Der Tanz betont die Körperlichkeit des Menschen.
The dance emphasizes human physicality.
In der Philosophie wird die Körperlichkeit oft diskutiert.
In philosophy, corporeality is often discussed.
Grammar Patterns
to emphasize/express ((physicality)) Modern dance often emphasizes human physicality.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Physis, Leiblichkeit; Antonyms: Geistigkeit (spirituality), Abstraktheit (abstractness)
Etymology
Derived from the adjective 'körperlich' (physical, bodily) plus the suffix '-keit', which creates abstract nouns like '-ness' or '-ity' in English.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'physical-ity'—the abstract idea of having a physical form, often contrasted with the mind or spirit.