A2noun 1K

Knee

🇬🇧 UK /["/niː/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/niː/"]/

Meaning of Knee

the joint between the top and bottom parts of the leg where it bends in the middle

In simple words: The part of your leg that bends, where your thigh meets your lower leg.

Knee in a sentence

• He fell and hurt his knee while playing football.
• She has a tattoo on her knee that she got on her birthday.
• After the surgery, his knee was very painful and swollen.
• The doctor examined her knee to check for any injuries.
• You should bend your knee when you jump to avoid injury.
• The child crawled on his hands and knees around the living room.
• During the yoga class, we practiced a position that stretched the knees.

How to use Knee

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Common in medical discussions, sports, and everyday conversations about the body. Avoid using it in highly technical or specialized contexts unless necessary.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'knee' like 'kneeing' someone in a playful game (but don't really do it).

Related words

Collocations with Knee

• left
• right
• bony
• bend
• flex
• straighten
• buckle
• give way
• weaken
• injury
• problem
• sprain
• above the knee
• across your knees
• at somebody’s knee
• bring something to its knees
• on your hands and knees
• on bended knee
• left
• right
• bony
• bend
• flex
• straighten
• buckle
• give way
• weaken
• injury
• problem
• sprain
• above the knee
• across your knees
• at somebody’s knee
• bring something to its knees
• on your hands and knees
• on bended knee

Synonyms for Knee

• lap

Opposites of Knee

• elbow

Common mistakes with Knee

• Confusing 'knee' with 'nee' which means 'born as'.
• Using 'knee' as a verb instead of a noun.
• Spelling it incorrectly as 'neigh'.

Frequently asked questions about Knee

What does Knee mean?

The part of your leg that bends, where your thigh meets your lower leg.

What is the definition of Knee?

the joint between the top and bottom parts of the leg where it bends in the middle

How do you use Knee in a sentence?

He fell and hurt his knee while playing football.

Can you give another example of Knee?

She has a tattoo on her knee that she got on her birthday.

What are synonyms for Knee?

Common alternatives include lap.

What is the opposite of Knee?

Opposite meanings include elbow.

What words go with Knee?

It commonly pairs with left, right, bony, bend, flex, straighten, buckle, give way, weaken, injury, problem, sprain, above the knee, across your knees, at somebody’s knee, bring something to its knees, on your hands and knees, on bended knee, left, right, bony, bend, flex, straighten, buckle, give way, weaken, injury, problem, sprain, above the knee, across your knees, at somebody’s knee, bring something to its knees, on your hands and knees, on bended knee.

What are common mistakes when using Knee?

Confusing 'knee' with 'nee' which means 'born as'. Using 'knee' as a verb instead of a noun. Spelling it incorrectly as 'neigh'.

How do you pronounce Knee?

US: /["/niː/"]/, UK: /["/niː/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Knee?

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Common in medical discussions, sports, and everyday conversations about the body. Avoid using it in highly technical or specialized contexts unless necessary.

What CEFR level is Knee?

"Knee" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.