sprain
word
Definition
To injure a joint by twisting it suddenly, causing pain but usually not breaking the bone. A 'sprain' affects ligaments (soft tissues around joints) rather than bones.
Usage & Nuances
'Sprain' is usually used for ankles, wrists, and sometimes fingers. Common collocation: 'sprain your ankle.' Do not confuse with 'strain,' which refers to muscles or tendons, while 'sprain' is for ligaments.
Spanish: esguince - torceduraPortuguese (BR): entorse - torçãoPortuguese (PT): entorse - torçãoChinese (Simplified): 扭伤Chinese (Traditional): 扭傷Hindi: मरोड़Arabic: التواءBengali: মচকানো - মচকাতে (আঘাত সংক্রান্ত)Russian: растяжение - вывих (сустава)Japanese: 捻挫（ねんざ）Vietnamese: bong gânKorean: 삠 - 접질림Turkish: burkulma - burkmakUrdu: موچ آناIndonesian: terseli - terkilir (cedera sendi)
Example Sentences
He sprained his ankle while playing soccer.
basic
Be careful not to sprain your wrist.
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A sprain can take several weeks to heal.
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"I think I just sprained my finger," she said after falling.
natural
Don't worry, it's just a sprain—nothing is broken.
natural
I always sprain something when I try new sports!
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