daai6 bei2大髀
Jyutpingdaai6 bei2
Yaledaaih béi
Definition
Thigh; the fleshy upper part of the leg.
colloquialbody
How it's used
Refers specifically to the upper part of the leg, distinct from the more formal term 大腿. It is frequently used in casual contexts to describe physical sensation, injury, or even body language like slapping one's thigh in frustration or excitement. When referring to someone's legs in a general sense, people often use 腳 instead.
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Common phrases
to slap one's thigh
Common mistake
Avoid using this in formal or medical settings, where 大腿 is the standard term. It is strictly a colloquial word for the body part and should not be used to describe the leg of a piece of furniture.
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