penis
word
/ˈpinɪs/
PEE-nis
/pˈiːnɪs/
PEE-nis
Definition
The penis is the external sexual organ of a male person or animal. It is used for urination and is also part of sexual and reproductive functions.
Usage & Nuances
This is the standard anatomical term and is neutral in medical, educational, and formal contexts. In casual conversation, people may use slang instead, but that depends heavily on tone and situation.
Spanish: penePortuguese (BR): pênisPortuguese (PT): pénisChinese (Simplified): 阴茎Chinese (Traditional): 陰莖Hindi: लिंगArabic: قضيبBengali: লিঙ্গRussian: пенисJapanese: 陰茎Vietnamese: dương vậtKorean: 음경Turkish: penisUrdu: عضو تناسلی مرد - عضو مخصوص مردIndonesian: penis
Example Sentences
The doctor checked his penis during the exam.
basic
A baby boy has a penis.
basic
The book explains how the penis works.
basic
He was embarrassed to talk about pain in his penis.
natural
If you notice a lump on your penis, see a doctor.
natural
In health class, we learned the basic parts of the penis.
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