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くるぶし
kurubushi
Description
くるぶしは、足首の左右にある丸くて出ている骨のことです。
The くるぶし are the round, protruding bones on both sides of the ankle.
転んでくるぶしが痛いときによく使う言葉です。
This word is often used when you fall and your くるぶし hurts.
Meanings
くるぶしkurubushi
the ankle bone; the ankle (bony part)
くつずれでくるぶしが赤くなった。
My ankle turned red from a blister.
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Notes
- Etymology
written 踝 in kanji, but usually spelled in kana in everyday writing.
- Nuance
refers to the bony ankle bump, while 足首 means the whole ankle joint.
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