Fußknöchel

ankle

noun FOOS-knoekh-el Rare

Usage Note

Fußknöchel refers to the bony prominences on either side of the ankle. The term is preferred in everyday speech over the more technical Sprunggelenk (ankle joint) when talking about sprains or swollen ankles.

Examples

"Sie hat sich den Fußknöchel beim Laufen verstaucht."

Natural Translation

She sprained her ankle while running.

Literal Translation

She has herself the ankle at-the running sprained.

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