Explanations + Quiz
English Expressions and Idioms About Body Shape
- I’m toned.
This means that your muscles are firm and well-defined, often from exercise.
Example: “I’ve been working out a lot, and now I’m toned.” - I’m ripped.
This means you have very visible muscles and low body fat.
Example: “After months of training, I finally feel ripped.” - I’m in shape.
This means you are physically fit and healthy, able to do activities easily.
Example: “I go jogging every morning, so I’m in shape.” - I have a six-pack.
This refers to well-defined abdominal muscles that look like six small squares.
Example: “After lots of crunches, I now have a six-pack!” - I’m in tip-top condition.
This means you are in excellent physical shape or health.
Example: “After training for the marathon, I feel I’m in tip-top condition.” - I’m fit as a fiddle.
This means you are very healthy and in good shape.
Example: “I exercise regularly, and I feel fit as a fiddle.” - I’m chubby.
This means you have some extra fat but it is often used in a gentle or affectionate way.
Example: “My puppy is so cute and chubby!” - I’m pudgy.
This means you are a little overweight or have some softness to your body.
Example: “After the holidays, I feel a bit pudgy.” - Love handles.
This is extra fat around the sides of your waist, often seen when wearing tight clothes.
Example: “I need to work on my love handles!” - Muffin top fat.
This refers to fat that hangs over the top of pants, resembling a muffin.
Example: “I don’t like how my muffin top shows when I wear tight shirts.” - Spare tire fat.
This refers to extra fat around the waist that looks like a tire.
Example: “I’m trying to lose my spare tire by eating healthier.” - Beer belly.
This describes a round belly that is often caused by drinking a lot of beer.
Example: “He has a beer belly from all those weekends out with friends.” - I’m big.
This means you have a larger body size, but it can be used in a neutral way.
Example: “I’m big, but I’m also strong!” - I’m big-boned.
This means you have a larger frame or bone structure, often used to explain a larger size.
Example: “I’m big-boned, so I carry weight differently.” - I’m a heavyset guy/girl.
This means you have a larger and heavier body size.
Example: “He’s a heavyset guy, but he’s very athletic.” - I’m plump.
This means you are pleasantly fat or a little overweight.
Example: “My grandma always says I’m plump and healthy.” - I’m out of shape.
This means you are not physically fit or healthy.
Example: “I haven’t exercised in weeks; I’m really out of shape.” - Horizontally challenged.
This is a humorous way to say someone is overweight.
Example: “I joke that I’m horizontally challenged after eating too much.” - I’m built for comfort, not for speed.
This means your body shape is more about being comfortable than being fast or athletic.
Example: “I’m not fast, but I’m built for comfort, not for speed.” - Overweight.
This is a medical term used to describe someone who has more body weight than is healthy.
Example: “I need to lose some weight because I’m overweight.” - Obese.
This is a medical term for someone who has a very high amount of body fat.
Example: “Doctors say I need to make changes because I’m obese.” - Plus size.
This means larger sizes, often used in fashion or clothing.
Example: “She shops at the plus size store for better fitting clothes.”
Extra Practice
Quiz: Expressions About Body Shape
1. After working out a lot, you notice your muscles are very firm. What do you say?
a) “I’m chubby.”
b) “I’m toned.”
c) “I’m big.”
2. You see someone with very visible abdominal muscles. What do they likely have?
a) “I’m ripped.”
b) “I’m big-boned.”
c) “I’m out of shape.”
3. You can easily run a long distance. What do you say?
a) “I’m in shape.”
b) “I’m plump.”
c) “I’m a heavyset guy.”
4. You just completed a fitness program and feel great. What do you say?
a) “I’m in tip-top condition.”
b) “I’m out of shape.”
c) “I’m built for comfort, not for speed.”
5. You notice you have some extra fat around your waist. What do you call it?
a) “I have love handles.”
b) “I have a six-pack.”
c) “I’m fit as a fiddle.”
6. You describe extra fat around the sides of your waist. What do you mention?
a) “I have muffin top fat.”
b) “I’m ripped.”
c) “I’m in tip-top condition.”
7. You are a bit overweight and want to say it gently. What do you say?
a) “I’m pudgy.”
b) “I’m built for comfort.”
c) “I’m fit.”
8. You are trying to lose weight after gaining some. What do you say?
a) “I’m overweight.”
b) “I’m big.”
c) “I’m plump.”
9. You haven’t exercised in a while and feel unfit. What do you say?
a) “I’m out of shape.”
b) “I’m a heavyset guy.”
c) “I’m fit as a fiddle.”
10. You laugh about your larger body size. What do you say?
a) “I’m horizontally challenged.”
b) “I’m ripped.”
c) “I’m big-boned.”
11. You describe someone who is larger than average. What do you say?
a) “They are plus size.”
b) “They are ripped.”
c) “They are fit.”
12. You notice you have some softness in your body. What do you say?
a) “I’m plump.”
b) “I’m big.”
c) “I’m fit as a fiddle.”
13. You see someone with extra weight around their midsection. What do you call it?
a) “They have a beer belly.”
b) “They have a six-pack.”
c) “They are toned.”
14. You feel very healthy and active. What do you say?
a) “I’m in tip-top condition.”
b) “I’m out of shape.”
c) “I’m big-boned.”
15. You notice you have a round shape due to excess weight. What do you say?
a) “I’m heavyset.”
b) “I’m fit as a fiddle.”
c) “I’m ripped.”
16. You feel you have a larger frame. What do you say?
a) “I’m big-boned.”
b) “I’m pudgy.”
c) “I’m toned.”
17. You think about your overall health and feel good about it. What do you say?
a) “I’m fit.”
b) “I’m out of shape.”
c) “I’m chubby.”
18. You describe yourself as having a bit of extra weight. What do you say?
a) “I’m chubby.”
b) “I’m built for comfort.”
c) “I’m ripped.”
19. You have some extra weight that looks like a tire around your waist. What do you call it?
a) “I have a spare tire.”
b) “I have love handles.”
c) “I have a six-pack.”
20. You describe yourself with a humorous term for being overweight. What do you say?
a) “I’m horizontally challenged.”
b) “I’m in tip-top condition.”
c) “I’m ripped.”
21. You describe a bit of extra fat around your middle that sticks out. What do you call it?
a) “I have a muffin top.”
b) “I’m big-boned.”
c) “I’m fit as a fiddle.”
22. You are looking for clothing that fits your larger size. What do you say?
a) “I need plus size.”
b) “I need toned size.”
c) “I need in shape size.”
Answer Key:
- b) “I’m toned.”
- a) “I’m ripped.”
- a) “I’m in shape.”
- a) “I’m in tip-top condition.”
- a) “I have love handles.”
- a) “I have muffin top fat.”
- a) “I’m pudgy.”
- a) “I’m overweight.”
- a) “I’m out of shape.”
- a) “I’m horizontally challenged.”
- a) “They are plus size.”
- a) “I’m plump.”
- a) “They have a beer belly.”
- a) “I’m in tip-top condition.”
- a) “I’m heavyset.”
- a) “I’m big-boned.”
- a) “I’m fit.”
- a) “I’m chubby.”
- a) “I have a spare tire.”
- a) “I’m horizontally challenged.”
- a) “I have a muffin top.”
- a) “I need plus size.”