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Raquel
Hello, everyone! How are you all keeping? I would like to know if the phrases 'in good health' and 'in good shape' are interchangeable in the following sentence: My uncle is in good health/shape. He exercises every day, and we ride our bikes together. Thank you so much!
17 jan. 2024 13:55
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You could use them interchangeably, but usually 'good shape' has more to do with exercising, not being overweight, being relatively strong/ athletic, etc whereas 'good health' is more general-- i.e. not ill, no major health problems, etc. In your example, 'good shape' is probably more precise. But, in a general sense, they have similar meanings. It'll depend in context/ age, also. For example, if a person is 20 years old versus 80 years old, 'good health' for a 20 y/o should almost be assumed whereas for an 80 y/o, it's more remarkable.
17 januari 2024
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