Translation of Japanese word "腰" to English
腰
こし
[koshi]
IPA: /koɕi/
Meaning
NounThe part of the body between the pelvis and the stomach.
How to use
腰 (koshi) — 'waist / hips / lower back'. 腰痛 (youtsuu) — lower back pain. 腰を下ろす — sit down.
🇬🇧 English
waist / lower back
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 腰
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): こし
Romaji Transcription: koshi
Example Sentences
腰を回してください。
こしひわしてください。
Please turn your waist.
腰を痛めると、歩くのが難しい。
Having a sore lower back makes it hard to walk.
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- 腰痛— lower back pain / lumbago
- 腰を回してください。— Please turn your waist.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "腰" mean?▼
The Japanese word "腰" means "waist / lower back" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "腰"?▼
The word "腰" is read as "こし" (koshi). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "腰を回してください。".
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