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ankle
The joint connecting the foot to the leg. Literally 'foot neck.'
足首 means ankle - the joint connecting the foot to the leg.
WORD FORMATION:
足 (foot/leg) + 首 (neck) = ankle
This follows a body part pattern:
- 手首: wrist (hand-neck)
- 足首: ankle (foot-neck)
COMMON EXPRESSIONS:
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NOTE:
Ankle injuries are common in sports. 捻挫 (sprain) is a common diagnosis for twisted ankles.