膝
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Noun meaning 'knee' or 'lap'. Refers to the joint of the leg or the area formed when sitting. Used in phrases like 『膝が痛い』 (hiza ga itai, 'my knee hurts').
Theme
During a morning jog in the park, User and their friend Mika are talking about exercise and minor injuries.
膝
ひざ
knee, lap
Everyday Life & SurvivalHealth & Body
Memory Hook
Picture yourself sitting with a cat on your knee — 'knee' and 'lap' are the same word in Japanese! 『膝』 (hiza, 'knee, lap') sounds like 'he's a' cozy spot for a pet.
Cultural Note
In Japanese culture, sitting on the floor in 『正座』 (seiza, 'formal sitting') involves placing your knees together, making 『膝』 (hiza, 'knee') an important part of posture. It's also common to rest things on your lap, especially during meals or while using a 『座卓』 (zabuton, 'floor table').
Forms
Base: 膝Noun meaning 'knee' or 'lap'. Refers to the joint of the leg or the area formed when sitting. Used in phrases like 『膝が痛い』 (hiza ga itai, 'my knee hurts').