Dictionary — Entry No. 0973
손목
sonmok · noun
손목
sonmok
[sohn-mohk]
nounbeginner
Meaning
The wrist, the joint connecting forearm to hand. Essential term in dance contexts where wrist flexibility and control are fundamental techniques in K-Pop choreography.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
Aespa and Stray Kids perform intricate wrist movements in songs like ‘Savage’ and ‘God’s Menu.’ Wrist injuries are common concerns for K-Pop idols due to repetitive choreography demands.
Example Sentences
손목이 아파요.
Sonmok-i a-pa-yo.
My wrist hurts — common complaint among dancers after intense practice
손목을 돌려서 춤을 춰요.
Sonmok-eul dol-ryeo-seo chum-eul choo-we-yo.
Rotate your wrist to dance — choreography instruction
손목 시계를 차고 있어요.
Sonmok si-gye-reul cha-go i-sseo-yo.
I’m wearing a wrist watch — common accessory in K-Drama fashion
⚠️ Don’t use sonmok when…
손목 differs from 손 (hand) — don’t confuse them. Wrist injuries (염좌) are serious in dance careers.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: My Youth — characters discuss physical therapy and wrist recovery from dance injuries
- K-Pop: Aespa — ‘Savage’: features rapid wrist movements and body rolls
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