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腰 (yāo): waist

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HSK 5noun

Character info

Pinyin
Meaning: waist
Characters: 1
Part of speech: noun
HSK level: HSK 5
Strokes: 13
Radical: 月
Structure: 左右结构

Full definitions

the waist and lower back
(bound form) kidney of an animal (as food)
the waist of trousers or a skirt
(metonym) money pouch
pocket
(bound form) the middle section of an upright object (mountain

Chinese explanation

身体中部，肋骨以下、臀部以上的部位，也就是腰部和后背下方
常用来表示腰部或衣服的腰身。

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Example sentences

I slept in a bad position last night, and now my lower back is a bit sore.

Sitting for long periods while working can easily lead to lower back pain.

She accidentally twisted her waist while dancing.

The waist of this skirt is too tight; I'd like to exchange it for a larger size.

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