English–Chinese
“thumb” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinmǔ zhǐ
Example
我用拇指按了门铃。wǒ yòng mú zhǐ àn le mén líng
I pressed the doorbell with my thumb.
How to say “thumb” in Chinese
“Thumb” in Chinese is 拇指 (mǔ zhǐ).
The strong opposing digit that meets the other fingers to make gripping and pressing possible.
Example sentences with 拇指
他向我竖起拇指。tā xiàng wǒ shù qǐ mú zhǐ
He gave me a thumbs-up.
Tips for using 拇指
- A raised thumb commonly signals approval or agreement in English-speaking settings, linking this body-part term with a familiar social gesture.