Meaning and Usage
The verb '삐다' means 'to sprain' or 'to twist' a joint or limb accidentally, often causing pain and swelling. It is commonly used in everyday conversation when talking about minor injuries.
Common Collocations
- 발목을 삐다: to sprain an ankle
- 손목을 삐다: to sprain a wrist
- 삐다 + body part: used to describe spraining various joints
Register and Politeness
'삐다' is a standard verb used in informal and formal contexts. It is often used with past tense forms like '삐었어요' in polite speech.
Usage Tips
When using '삐다', the focus is on the accidental twisting or spraining of a joint. It is different from '부러지다' (to break) which refers to fractures. Learners often confuse these two, so remember '삐다' is for sprains, not breaks.