Cool MateMeaning of Elbow
the joint between the upper and lower parts of the arm where it bends in the middle
In simple words: The part of your arm that bends between your upper and lower arm.
Elbow in a sentence
- He accidentally hit his elbow on the corner of the table.
- The doctor examined her swollen elbow after the fall.
- He used his elbow to gently nudge the person in front of him.
- She wore a protective pad over her elbow while skating.
- During the crowded concert, people kept elbowing each other to get a better view.
How to use Elbow
Used in both spoken and written English. Appropriate in medical contexts, sports discussions, and everyday conversation. Avoid in very formal writing.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Imagine a friendly elbow waving hello.
Related words
Collocations with Elbow
Synonyms for Elbow
- joint
- hinge
- flexion
Common mistakes with Elbow
- Forget to use 'the' before 'elbow'.
- Confuse with 'knee', which is for the leg.
- Use 'elbows' incorrectly as a verb.
Elbow appears in
Elbow in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مرفق
الجزء من ذراعك الذي ينثني بين الجزء العلوي والسفلي من ذراعك.
- Bengaliবাংলা
কনুই
আপনার হাতের যে অংশটি উপরের এবং নীচের হাতের মাঝখানে বাঁকানো হয়।
- GermanDeutsch
Ellenbogen
Der Teil deines Arms, der sich zwischen Ober- und Unterarm biegt.
- SpanishEspañol
Codo
La parte del brazo que se dobla entre la parte superior y la inferior.
- Persianفارسی
آرنج
قسمتی از دستت که بین بالا و پایین بازو خم میشه.
- FrenchFrançais
Coude
La partie de ton bras qui se plie entre le haut et le bas de ton bras.
- Hindiहिन्दी
कोहनी
आपकी बांह का वह हिस्सा जो आपकी ऊपरी और निचली बांह के बीच मुड़ता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Gomito
La parte del braccio che si piega tra la parte superiore e quella inferiore.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Cotovelo
A parte do seu braço que dobra entre a parte de cima e a de baixo.
- RussianРусский
Локоть
Часть руки, которая сгибается между верхней и нижней частью руки.
- Urduاردو
کونی
بازو کا وہ حصہ جو اوپر اور نیچے کے بازو کے درمیان مڑتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
Elbow
你胳膊肘那里，就是能弯起来的地方。
More words like Elbow
- Joint
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Elbow
What does Elbow mean?
The part of your arm that bends between your upper and lower arm.
What is the definition of Elbow?
the joint between the upper and lower parts of the arm where it bends in the middle
How do you use Elbow in a sentence?
He accidentally hit his elbow on the corner of the table.
Can you give another example of Elbow?
The doctor examined her swollen elbow after the fall.
What are synonyms for Elbow?
Common alternatives include joint, hinge, flexion.
What is the opposite of Elbow?
Opposite meanings include straight, extension.
What words go with Elbow?
It commonly pairs with left, right, sharp, lean, place, rest, joint, ligament, injury, above the elbow, at your elbow, below the elbow, be up to your elbows in something, the crook of your elbow, dig your elbow into somebody’s ribs.
What are common mistakes when using Elbow?
Forget to use 'the' before 'elbow'. Confuse with 'knee', which is for the leg. Use 'elbows' incorrectly as a verb.
How do you pronounce Elbow?
US: /["/ˈelbəʊ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈelbəʊ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Elbow?
Used in both spoken and written English. Appropriate in medical contexts, sports discussions, and everyday conversation. Avoid in very formal writing.
What CEFR level is Elbow?
"Elbow" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.