Definitions
v. To injure a joint by twisting it too far.
扭伤关节
n. An injury caused by twisting a joint too far.
关节扭伤
Example
I sprained my ankle while running for the bus.
我跑着赶公交车时扭伤了脚踝。
Athletes who sprain a joint should allow sufficient recovery time before returning to competitive sport.
运动员扭伤关节后，应留出足够的恢复时间再重返竞技运动。
Collocations
- sprain an ankle
- sprain a wrist
- a severe sprain
Word family
- sprained (adj.)
Usage tip
sprain指关节扭伤；strain常指肌肉或肌腱拉伤。
FAQ
- What does sprain mean?
- To injure a joint by twisting it too far. An injury caused by twisting a joint too far.
- How is sprain pronounced?
- UK /spreɪn/, US /spreɪn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
