English–Chinese
“calf” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinxiǎo tuǐ
Example
我跑步后，小腿很酸。wǒ pǎo bù hòu xiáo tuǐ hěn suān
My calves felt very sore after I ran.
How to say “calf” in Chinese
“Calf” in Chinese is 小腿 (xiǎo tuǐ).
The part of the leg below the knee, especially the rounded muscle visible at the back or side.
Example sentences with 小腿
运动后我冰敷小腿，疼痛减轻了。yùn dòng hòu wǒ bīng fū xiáo tuǐ téng tòng jiǎn qīng le
After exercising, I iced my calf, and the pain eased.
Tips for using 小腿
- After exercise, this word helps make a report of soreness more precise than the broad English word "leg," which can cover several different areas.