The ankle is the vital joint connecting the leg to the foot, frequently used in both literal and metaphorical contexts.
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- Refers to the joint between the leg and the foot.
- Commonly used when discussing physical injuries or movement.
- Used figuratively to mean a weakness or a point of constraint.
개요
발목은 하체와 발을 연결하는 핵심 관절로, 신체의 균형을 잡고 보행을 가능하게 하는 부위입니다. 2) 사용 패턴: 주로 신체 부위를 지칭할 때 사용하며, '발목을 삐다', '발목을 잡히다'와 같은 관용구에서도 자주 쓰입니다. 3) 공통 문맥: 운동 중 부상 상황, 신체 건강 관련 대화, 혹은 비유적인 의미로 약점이나 구속을 표현할 때 등장합니다. 4) 유의어 비교: '발꿈치'는 발 뒤쪽의 튀어나온 부분을 말하며, '발목'은 관절 부위를 지칭한다는 점에서 차이가 있습니다.
Examples
오늘 아침에 계단을 내려오다가 발목을 삐었어요.
everydayI sprained my ankle while coming down the stairs this morning.
환자의 발목 부위 상태를 정밀 검사해야 합니다.
formalWe need to conduct a precise examination of the patient's ankle area.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
발목을 잡다
to hold someone back
Often Confused With
Refers specifically to the heel, which is the back part of the foot. Unlike the ankle, it is not a joint.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The word is neutral in register. It is used both in casual conversation regarding health and in formal medical reports. Use it with verbs related to movement or injury.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '발목' with '발등' or '발바닥'. Remember that '목' represents the narrow connecting part, like '손목' (wrist).
Tips
Use with verbs like 삐다 or 다치다
When talking about injuries, combine '발목' with '삐다' (to sprain) or '다치다' (to get hurt). This is the most common way to use the word in daily life.
Do not confuse with other joints
Ensure you distinguish '발목' (ankle) from '손목' (wrist). They are structurally similar but refer to different parts of the body.
Cultural metaphor of being held back
In Korean culture, the phrase '발목을 잡다' is a common idiom meaning to prevent someone from progressing. It is often used in work or social settings.
Word Origin
Derived from '발' (foot) and '목' (neck/narrow part). It literally translates to the 'neck of the foot'.
Cultural Context
Ankles are often considered a sign of physical health in Korea. The idiom '발목을 잡다' is frequently used in business to describe unfair competition.
Memory Tip
Think of '목' as 'neck'. Just as the neck connects the head to the body, the '발목' connects the foot to the leg.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions발목을 삐었을 때는 즉시 활동을 멈추고 냉찜질을 하는 것이 좋습니다. 통증이 심하면 병원을 방문하여 인대 손상 여부를 확인해야 합니다.
이는 비유적인 표현으로, 약점을 잡히거나 어떤 일에 얽매여서 꼼짝 못 하게 된 상황을 의미합니다. 주로 비즈니스나 인간관계에서 사용됩니다.
아닙니다. 발목은 다리와 연결되는 관절 부위이고, 발등은 발의 윗부분을 말합니다. 서로 다른 위치를 가리킵니다.
발목의 둘레가 두껍다는 뜻입니다. 신체적 특징을 묘사할 때 사용하며, 긍정적이거나 부정적인 의미보다는 객관적인 상태를 나타냅니다.
Test Yourself
축구를 하다가 실수로 ___을 삐었습니다.
축구는 발을 사용하는 운동이므로 발목 부상이 가장 흔합니다.
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Summary
The ankle is the vital joint connecting the leg to the foot, frequently used in both literal and metaphorical contexts.
- Refers to the joint between the leg and the foot.
- Commonly used when discussing physical injuries or movement.
- Used figuratively to mean a weakness or a point of constraint.
Use with verbs like 삐다 or 다치다
When talking about injuries, combine '발목' with '삐다' (to sprain) or '다치다' (to get hurt). This is the most common way to use the word in daily life.
Do not confuse with other joints
Ensure you distinguish '발목' (ankle) from '손목' (wrist). They are structurally similar but refer to different parts of the body.
Cultural metaphor of being held back
In Korean culture, the phrase '발목을 잡다' is a common idiom meaning to prevent someone from progressing. It is often used in work or social settings.
Examples
2 of 2오늘 아침에 계단을 내려오다가 발목을 삐었어요.
I sprained my ankle while coming down the stairs this morning.
환자의 발목 부위 상태를 정밀 검사해야 합니다.
We need to conduct a precise examination of the patient's ankle area.
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