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knee

/niː/

CEFR level A2Topic HealthWord #1646 in the learning path

膝盖;膝关节

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Definitions

n. The joint where your leg bends in the middle.

膝盖;膝关节

Example

She bent her knee gently before starting the exercise.

开始锻炼前,她轻轻弯了弯膝盖。

Regular low-impact exercise can strengthen the muscles around the knee and help maintain mobility in older adults.

经常进行低冲击运动可以增强膝关节周围的肌肉,帮助老年人保持行动能力。

Collocations

  • knee joint
  • knee injury
  • bend your knees
  • on your knees

Word family

  • kneel (v.)

Usage tip

词首k不发音;复数knees读作/niːz/。

FAQ

What does knee mean?
The joint where your leg bends in the middle.
How is knee pronounced?
UK /niː/, US /niː/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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