goek3 tou5 nong1腳肚瓤脚肚瓤
Jyutpinggoek3 tou5 nong1
Yalegeuk tóuh nōng
Definition
The calf of the leg.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the fleshy, muscular part of the lower leg. While standard Cantonese speakers understand the term, many younger generations or those influenced by written Chinese might simply use 腳肚 or 小腿 instead. It is a very descriptive, anatomical term that feels more grounded and physical than the more clinical alternatives.
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go3個goExamples
Where did you hurt your calf?
Related words
Common phrases
calf cramp
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 腳趾 which refers to toes. Some learners mistake the suffix 瓤 for a generic body part, but it specifically highlights the 'fleshy' or 'meaty' portion of the calf muscle.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
