El canell
Example: El metge va examinar el canell després de la caiguda.
Definition
"El canell" refers to the wrist, the joint connecting the hand to the forearm. It allows for a wide range of hand movements and flexibility, playing a crucial role in daily activities and medical examinations, such as checking for injuries after a fall.
Etymology
The term "el canell" in Catalan derives from the Latin word 'cannellus,' meaning 'little tube' or 'small cane,' likely referring to the slender, tubular shape of the wrist. Did you know? The same root also relates to the word 'cannula' in medicine, indicating a small tube inserted into the body.
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"El canell" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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