手
臂

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The word "手臂" is formed by combining the character "手", which means "hand", with the character "臂", which means "arm". This combination creates a compound word that specifically refers to the arm as a body part, encompassing both the upper limb and the hand, thereby clarifying the anatomical relationship between the two components.

Example Sentences Hide

我的手臂很有力。

wǒ de shǒu bì hěn yǒu lì.

My arm is very strong.

他抬起手臂指向远方。

tā tái qǐ shǒu bì zhǐ xiàng yuǎn fāng.

He raised his arm and pointed into the distance.

每天锻炼可以增强手臂肌肉。

měi tiān duàn liàn kě yǐ zēng qiáng shǒu bì jī ròu.

Exercising every day can strengthen your arm muscles.

他因为提了太多行李，手臂很酸痛。

tā yīn wèi tí le tài duō xíng li, shǒu bì hěn suān tòng.

His arms were sore because he carried too much luggage.

他摔倒时用手臂支撑，结果骨折了。

tā shuāi dǎo shí yòng shǒu bì zhī chēng, jié guǒ gǔ zhé le.

He used his arm to break his fall when he stumbled, and it resulted in a fracture.

Word Definition - 手臂

shǒu bì arm (from shoulder to wrist); (fig.) assistant; helper

Individual Character Details

手 shǒu
臂 bì