Korean Dictionary
How to say "Wrist" in Korean
“Wrist” in Korean is 손목 (pronounced "sonmok").
손목
sonmok
Usage & Context
The joint connecting the hand to the arm. Used in medical and everyday contexts. Important for describing hand injuries.
Example Sentence
손목이 아파요.
My wrist hurts.
How to use 손목 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Wrist” is 손목, romanized as sonmok.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
'Son' sounds like 'sone' (as in 'cone'). 'Mok' sounds like 'mok' (as in 'mock'). Put them together: 'Sone-mok'.
More Example Sentences
Describing wearing an accessory.
손목에 시계를 찼어요.
I wore a watch on my wrist.
Explaining a minor injury.
손목이 삐끗해서 파스를 붙였어요.
I sprained my wrist and put on a patch.
Giving sports advice for throwing.
손목 스냅을 이용해서 공을 던져야 해.
You need to use your wrist snap to throw the ball.
Cultural Context
'손목' is commonly associated with accessories like watches ('손목시계') and bracelets. In sports, especially those involving throwing or hitting, '손목 스냅' (wrist snap) is a crucial technique often emphasized by coaches for power and precision. Repetitive strain on the wrist is also a common complaint among office workers.
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Common Phrases
손목이 시큰거려요.
My wrist aches.
손목을 돌려보세요.
Try rotating your wrist.
손목에 힘을 빼세요.
Relax your wrist.
Related Expressions
손목시계
sonmoksigye
wristwatch
손목 보호대
sonmok bohode
wrist guard/brace
손목을 삐다
sonmogeul ppida
to sprain one's wrist
손목 스냅
sonmok seunaep
wrist snap
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