Description

A limb refers to an arm or leg of the human body. Limbs are essential for movement and various physical activities, and they can be affected by a range of medical conditions.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'extremidad' may refer to either upper or lower limbs, so context is crucial. Colloquial terms like 'brazo' for arm or 'pierna' for leg may be heard, but it is important to use 'extremidad' in formal contexts to maintain clinical accuracy.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient has limited mobility in her left limb due to an injury.

ES: La paciente tiene movilidad limitada en su extremidad izquierda debido a una lesión.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'extremidad' with 'miembro' which can refer to a member of a group; mixing up upper and lower limbs; misinterpreting 'limb' as a non-anatomical term.