(しび)

しびれ
noun
numbness; tingling; pins and needles
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(あし)(しび)れがきた。
My legs went numb from sitting in seiza.
指先(ゆびさき)(しび)れが(つづ)いている。
The numbness in my fingertips continues.
(しび)れが()れてきた。
The numbness is wearing off.

RELATED VERB:
(しび)れる - to go numb, to feel pins and needles

COMMON EXPRESSIONS:

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

RELATED PHYSICAL SENSATIONS:

  • むくみ - swelling
  • かゆみ - itchiness
  • ()り - stiffness

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

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