biceps
word
Definition
The biceps is the large muscle on the front part of the upper arm, responsible for bending the elbow and lifting things.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in anatomy, fitness, or gym contexts. Common phrases: 'flex your biceps', 'biceps workout'. Not usually pluralized unless referring to both arms. Do not confuse with 'triceps', which is on the back of the upper arm.
Spanish: bícepsPortuguese (BR): bícepsPortuguese (PT): bícepsChinese (Simplified): 肱二头肌Chinese (Traditional): 肱二頭肌Hindi: बाइसेप्सArabic: العضلة ذات الرأسينBengali: বাইসেপসRussian: бицепсJapanese: 上腕二頭筋Vietnamese: cơ bắp tay - cơ nhị đầuKorean: 이두근Turkish: bisepsUrdu: بائسپسIndonesian: otot bisep
Example Sentences
He flexed his biceps to show his muscles.
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He hurt his biceps while lifting weights.
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The biceps helps you bend your arm.
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Those gym selfies really show off your biceps!
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My right biceps feels sore after yesterday's workout.
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If you want bigger biceps, try lifting heavier weights.
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