English–German
“ulna” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈɛlə/
Example
Die Röntgenaufnahme zeigt eine gebrochene Elle.
The X-ray shows a fractured ulna.
How to say “ulna” in German
“Ulna” in German is Elle.
The little-finger-side forearm bone forms one straight link between the wrist and elbow, while an ell measures roughly along that same body length.
Example sentences with Elle
Die offene Fraktur der Elle musste operativ versorgt werden.
The open fracture of the ulna had to be treated surgically.
Tips for using Elle
- English ell is mainly a historical length unit, so it is not the usual modern English name for this bone.