Turkish · Body & Health

Bacak

Leg

Beginnernoun

Definition

The lower limb used for walking.

Example

Bacağım ağrıyor.

My leg hurts.

Etymology

'Bacak' comes from the Middle Turkic 'bajaq,' meaning 'leg.' It highlights the physicality and importance of mobility within Turkic societies.

How & Where It’s Used

'Bacak' is used commonly in both spoken and written Turkish across various registers, frequently in medical discussions and descriptions.

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