Top Shape

Pronunciation: /tɑp ʃeɪp/

Definitions of top shape

noun a condition of optimal health or fitness

Example Sentences

A1 I want to get back in top shape for the summer.

A2 She is always in top shape because she exercises regularly.

B1 After months of training, he finally got back into top shape for the competition.

B2 The athlete's dedication to staying in top shape is evident in his performance.

C1 Maintaining top shape requires a combination of exercise, diet, and rest.

C2 Despite his age, the boxer was still in top shape and ready to defend his title.

Examples of top shape in a Sentence

formal It is important for athletes to maintain their physical fitness in order to stay in top shape.

informal I've been hitting the gym regularly to make sure I stay in top shape.

slang I've been working out like crazy to get my body in top shape for summer.

figurative After months of practice, her piano skills were in top shape for the recital.

Grammatical Forms of top shape

• past tense: was in top shape
• plural: top shapes
• comparative: more top shape
• superlative: most top shape
• present tense: is in top shape
• future tense: will be in top shape
• perfect tense: has been in top shape
• continuous tense: is being in top shape
• singular: top shape
• positive degree: top shape
• infinitive: to be in top shape
• gerund: being in top shape
• participle: having been in top shape

Origin and Evolution of top shape

First Known Use: 1800 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The phrase 'top shape' is believed to have originated from the nautical term 'shipshape', which referred to a ship being in good condition and properly arranged.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'top shape' has come to be used more broadly to describe something or someone being in excellent or optimal condition, not just limited to ships.