Body Parts Flashcards
(24 cards)
Cheek
Cheek (noun):
1. The soft, fleshy part of the face on either side of the nose and below the eyes.
• Example: She kissed him on the cheek before leaving
Forehead
Forehead (noun):
1. The part of the face above the eyebrows and below the hairline.
• Example: He wiped the sweat off his forehead after the workout
Eyebrow
Eyebrow (noun):
1. The strip of hair growing on the ridge above a person’s eye.
• Example: She raised her eyebrow in surprise
Eyelash
Eyelash (noun):
1. A short, curved hair growing on the edge of the eyelid that helps protect the eye from dust and debris.
• Example: She blinked, and a tiny eyelash fell onto her cheek
Eyelid
Eyelid (noun):
1. The movable fold of skin that covers and protects the eye.
• Example: He slowly closed his eyelids as he drifted off to sleep.
Nostrils
Nostril (noun):
1. Either of the two openings in the nose that allow air to enter and exit.
• Example: He took a deep breath through his nostrils before diving into the pool
Lips
Lips (noun):
1. The soft, movable parts that form the outer edge of the mouth.
• Example: She applied lipstick to her lips before going out
Tongue
Tongue (noun):
1. The muscular organ in the mouth used for tasting, swallowing, and speaking.
• Example: He burned his tongue while drinking hot coffee
Chin
Chin (noun):
1. The lower part of the face, below the mouth.
• Example: He rested his chin on his hand while thinking
Chest
The upper front part of the body between the neck and the abdomen, containing the heart and lungs.
• Example: He placed his hand on his chest and took a deep breath
Stomach
Stomach (noun):
1. The organ in the body that digests food, located in the abdomen.
• Example: She felt pain in her stomach after eating too much.
2. The front part of the body between the chest and the pelvis.
• Example: He placed his hands on his stomach after a big meal.
Waist
Waist (noun):
1. The part of the body between the ribs and the hips, usually the narrowest part of the torso.
• Example: She tied a belt around her waist to complete her outfit.
Arm vs hand
Arm:
• The upper limb of the body, extending from the shoulder to the wrist.
• Includes the upper arm, elbow, and forearm.
• Example: He lifted his arm to wave at his friend.
Hand:
• The part of the upper limb below the wrist, including the fingers and palm.
• Used for gripping, touching, and holding objects.
• Example: She held the cup in her hand.
Elbow
Elbow (noun):
1. The joint in the middle of the arm where the upper arm and forearm meet, allowing the arm to bend.
• Example: He rested his elbow on the table while reading.
Wrist
Meaning: The joint connecting the hand to the forearm.
Example: She wore a silver bracelet around her wrist
Palm
Meaning: The inner surface of the hand between the fingers and the wrist.
Example: He held the tiny bird gently in the palm of his hand.
Thumb
Meaning: The short, thick first digit of the hand, set apart from the other four fingers.
Example: He gave me a thumbs-up to show his approval
Nail
Meaning: A hard, protective covering at the tip of a finger or toe.
Example: She painted her nails with a bright red color.
Hip
Meaning: The part of the body where the thigh bone connects to the pelvis.
Example: He rested his hands on his hips while thinking.
Leg vs foot
Thigh
Meaning: The upper part of the leg between the hip and the knee.
Example: After jogging for an hour, she felt soreness in her thighs.
Ankle
Meaning: The joint that connects the foot to the leg.
Example: He twisted his ankle while playing football.
Toes
Meaning: The five small digits at the end of the foot.
Example: She curled her toes in the warm sand.
Heel
Meaning: The back part of the foot, just below the ankle.
Example: He felt pain in his heel after running for a long time.
