waa1汙
Jyutpingwaa1
Yalewā
Definition
The hollow or depression in the upper chest just below the neck.
colloquialbody
How it's used
This term specifically refers to the sternal notch or the hollow area at the base of the throat between the collarbones. It is a very localized, anatomical term used in daily life to describe this specific physical feature. You will rarely hear it used in formal medical contexts, where more technical terms are preferred.
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The depression in his chest is sunken in.
Related words
Common phrases
the hollow of the chest
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 污, which means dirty or polluted, as they are completely different words despite the visual similarity in some fonts.
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Grammar guides
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