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무릎

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Meaning and Usage

The word '무릎' specifically refers to the knee, the joint between the thigh and the lower leg. It is a common noun used in everyday conversation and medical contexts.

Common Contexts

'무릎' is often mentioned when talking about pain or injury, such as in sports or aging. It also appears in expressions involving posture, like kneeling ('무릎을 꿇다') which can imply apology or respect.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 무릎이 아프다: to have knee pain, commonly used when describing discomfort.
  • 무릎을 꿇다: to kneel down, often used in formal or emotional contexts.
  • 무릎에 앉히다: to put someone on one's lap, usually a child.

Register and Politeness

'무릎' is a neutral noun and can be used in both formal and informal speech without change.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '무릎' with '다리' (leg). Remember, '무릎' is the specific joint, while '다리' refers to the entire leg.

Example Sentences

무릎을 꿇고 사과했다.

Mureupeul kkulgo sagwahatda.

He apologized on his knees.

무릎이 아파서 계단을 오르기 힘들다.

Mureupi apaseo gyedaneul oreugi himdeulda.

My knees hurt, so it's hard to climb the stairs.

아이를 무릎에 앉히고 책을 읽어 주었다.

Aireul mureupe anjigo chaegeul ilgeo jueotda.

I sat the child on my lap and read a book.