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Definition
Cubital fossa; the crook or inside of the elbow.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the inner crease of the elbow where blood is typically drawn or injections are given. While anatomically precise, it is a common term used in everyday life to describe where a rash or bruise might appear. It is distinct from 手踭, which refers to the bony point of the elbow itself.
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When they gave the injection, the needle went into the inside of the elbow.
Why is the inside of your elbow all red?
Related words
Common phrases
the area of the cubital fossa
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 手踭, which is the outer, bony part of the elbow. Using them interchangeably will cause confusion as they refer to opposite sides of the joint.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
