Healthcare
Physical states
Everyday adjectives for common physical states, with clear picture cues and simple example sentences.
A1A210 words · 3 examples each
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Found: 10 words
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hungry
adjective · 3 examples
- After the long walk, she felt hungry and wanted lunch.
- The child was hungry, so he looked at the empty plate.
- I am hungry, so I will make a sandwich.
thirsty
adjective · 3 examples
- She was thirsty after running in the sun.
- The man felt thirsty and reached for a glass of water.
- We are thirsty, so let's stop for a drink.
ill
adjective · 3 examples
- He stayed home because he was ill.
- The teacher looked ill and sat down to rest.
- I feel ill, so I need a quiet place to lie down.
healthy
adjective · 3 examples
- She eats well and stays healthy.
- They feel healthy after a good rest.
- The doctor said he looks healthy today.
strong
adjective · 3 examples
- He is strong enough to carry the box.
- The worker looked strong while lifting the crate.
- She feels strong after training.
weak
adjective · 3 examples
- After the long illness, he felt weak.
- My arms feel too weak to lift this box.
- I am weak today and need to rest.
asleep
adjective · 3 examples
- The baby is asleep in the bed.
- She was asleep before the movie ended.
- He fell asleep quickly after a busy day.
fit
adjective · 3 examples
- He runs every morning and stays fit.
- The runner looked fit during the race.
- I want to be fit, so I exercise often.
active
adjective · 3 examples
- The children were active all afternoon.
- She stays active by walking and dancing.
- My brother enjoys a very active life.
sick
adjective · 3 examples
- He stayed in bed because he was sick.
- The girl felt sick and held a thermometer.
- I am sick, so I need to rest today.
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