Buttock Meaning in English
word
ˈbətək
BUH-tuk
bˈʌtək
BUT-uk
Definition
One of the two rounded parts of your body that you sit on; commonly referred to as the 'bottom' or 'rear'.
Usage & Nuances
More anatomical and formal than 'butt' or 'bottom'. Used mainly in medical, anatomical, and sometimes humorous contexts. For polite conversation, 'bottom' or 'rear' is preferred. 'Buttocks' is the plural form (for both sides).
Spanish: nalgaPortuguese (BR): nádegaPortuguese (PT): nádegaChinese (Simplified): 臀部Chinese (Traditional): 臀部Hindi: नितंबArabic: ردفBengali: নিতম্ব - পাছা (শরীরের অঙ্গ)Russian: ягодицаJapanese: 臀部Vietnamese: môngKorean: 엉덩이Turkish: kalçaUrdu: کولھاIndonesian: bokong
Example Sentences
He injured his buttock while playing sports.
basic
Please sit on your buttock for the exam.
basic
A baby’s buttock is very soft.
basic
He slipped and landed right on his buttock.
natural
The doctor checked the patient’s left buttock for pain.
natural
After the long bike ride, both my buttocks were sore.
natural