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손등

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Understanding '손등'

'손등' specifically refers to the back side of the hand, opposite the palm. It is a common word used in daily conversation when describing parts of the body, injuries, or applying skincare products.

Usage in Context

You will often hear '손등' in medical or cosmetic contexts, such as talking about wounds, skin conditions, or lotions applied to the hand's back. It can also appear in actions, like tapping or touching something with the back of the hand.

Common Collocations

  • 손등에 상처 (wound on the back of the hand): used when describing injuries.
  • 손등에 바르다 (apply on the back of the hand): common in skincare or medicine.
  • 손등으로 두드리다 (tap with the back of the hand): describes an action using the back of the hand.

Register and Politeness

'손등' is a neutral noun suitable for both formal and informal contexts. It is a straightforward anatomical term without any special politeness level.

Learner Tips

A common confusion is mixing '손등' (back of the hand) with '손바닥' (palm). Remember, '손등' is the side with the knuckles and veins visible, while '손바닥' is the inner side you use to hold things.

Example Sentences

손등에 작은 상처가 났어요.

Sondeunge jageun sangcheoga natseoyo.

There is a small wound on the back of my hand.

손등에 바르는 로션이 필요해요.

Sondeunge bareuneun rosyeoni piryohaeyo.

I need lotion to apply on the back of my hand.

손등으로 이마를 가볍게 두드렸어요.

Sondeungeuro imareul gabyeopge dudeuryeosseoyo.

I lightly tapped my forehead with the back of my hand.