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something physical

[ˈsʌmθɪŋ ˈfɪzɪkəl]
noun phrase
algo físico
1. A tangible object or matter that can be touched, seen, or perceived through the senses; something material rather than abstract or mental
The scientist studied something physical under the microscope.
O cientista estudou algo físico sob o microscópio.
2. A concrete or bodily action, often implying physical contact or intimate interaction
Their relationship became something physical after months of dating.
O relacionamento deles se tornou algo físico após meses de namoro.
Synonyms
tangible objectmaterial thingconcrete matterbodily actioncorporal contact
Antonyms
something abstractsomething mentalsomething spiritualsomething intangible

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
algo físico
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
algo físico / algo concreto
Common colloquial usage
São Paulo
algo físico
Standard formal and informal usage
Portugal
algo físico / algo tangível
European Portuguese preference for 'tangível' in some contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

get physical
something tangible to hold onto
in the physical world
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