zuk1 bou6足部
Jyutpingzuk1 bou6
Yalejūk bouh
Definition
The foot, or the lower part of the leg.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the anatomical structure of the foot in formal or medical contexts. Most daily conversations prefer using 腳 to describe the foot or leg, as 足部 sounds clinical and detached. It is commonly found in health reports, sports injury discussions, or product labels for footwear.
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zek3隻jekExamples
His foot is injured, so walking is very inconvenient.
Does your foot feel very painful?
Related words
Common mistake
Using 足部 in casual conversation can make you sound like you are reading a medical textbook or a formal report. Stick to 腳 for everyday situations to avoid sounding overly stiff or unnatural.
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Grammar guides
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