Meaning and Usage
The word '腿' (tuǐ) refers specifically to the leg, the part of the body connecting the hip to the foot. It is used both literally to describe the human or animal leg and metaphorically in contexts like clothing (pants legs).
Common Collocations
- 裤子的腿 (kùzi de tuǐ): the leg of pants, often used when talking about clothing alterations.
- 受伤的腿 (shòushāng de tuǐ): injured leg, common in medical or accident contexts.
- 有力的腿 (yǒulì de tuǐ): strong legs, often describing athletes or physical strength.
Usage Notes
'腿' is a concrete noun and appears in various everyday contexts. When talking about clothing, '腿' refers to the part of the garment covering the leg. It is important not to confuse '腿' with '脚' (jiǎo), which means 'foot'. '腿' covers the entire limb from hip to ankle, while '脚' refers specifically to the foot.
Register and Tone
'腿' is a neutral, commonly used word suitable for all registers, from casual conversation to formal writing.