English–Korean

“knee” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationmureup

Example

그는 무릎을 꿇고 사과했다.keu neun mu reu beul kkul ko sa gwa haet tta

He got down on his knees and apologized.

Illustration for 무릎 (knee)

How to say “knee” in Korean

“Knee” in Korean is 무릎 (mureup).

The joint between the thigh and lower leg that lets the leg bend.

Full entry for 무릎: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 무릎

어제 넘어져서 무릎을 다쳤다.eo je neo meo jeo seo mu reu beul ta cheot tta

I hurt my knee yesterday when I fell.

Tips for using 무릎

  • In Korean dramas, kneeling can show a strong apology or deep respect, which makes this body word useful in serious scenes.

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