痺(しび)れ

しびれ

noun

numbness; tingling; pins and needles

medical

See also: 痺(しび)れる (verb form)

1. numbness; tingling sensation

A physical sensation of numbness or pins and needles, often from sitting in one position too long or nerve issues.

正座(せいざ)をしていたら足(あし)に痺(しび)れが来(き)た。

My legs went numb from sitting in seiza.

指先(ゆびさき)の痺(しび)れが続(つづ)いている。

The numbness in my fingertips continues.

痺(しび)れが切(き)れてきた。

The numbness is wearing off.

Related words

痺(しび)れる - to go numb, to feel pins and needles
むくみ - swelling
かゆみ - itchiness
凝(こ)り - stiffness

Common expressions

痺(しび)れがくる - to go numb
痺(しび)れが切(き)れる - for numbness to wear off
手足(てあし)の痺(しび)れ - numbness in the limbs

Usage

痺(しび)れ can be a symptom of various conditions including poor circulation, nerve compression, or neurological issues. See a doctor if persistent.

Related Words

Related: 痺(しび)れる (to go numb)

Related: むくみ (swelling)

Related: かゆみ (itchiness)

Related: 凝(こ)り (stiffness)

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Added 2026.1.19 12:26 · Revised 2026.10.7 3:24

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