French translation of hamstring is 
ischio-jambiers

Meaning of "hamstring" in English

The term "hamstring" in English refers to one of the three muscles located at the back of the thigh, responsible for bending the knee and extending the hip. In a broader sense, the word "hamstring" can also refer to the tendons associated with these muscles, which play a vital role in leg movement and flexibility. Beyond its anatomical context, "hamstring" can be used metaphorically to describe the act of restricting someone's power or effectiveness by limiting their mobility or ability to act freely.

Meaning of "ischio-jambiers" in French

The French term "ischio-jambiers" is used to describe the group of muscles located at the back of the thigh, known in English as the hamstrings. These muscles are essential for movements such as knee bending and hip extension. In addition to their anatomical role, the term can imply the muscular region encompassing these muscles. Unlike in English, the term in French is predominantly used in anatomical contexts and doesn't carry the metaphorical meaning of restriction or limitation.

Pronunciation of "hamstring" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈhæm.strɪŋ/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "hamstring" does not vary significantly across English-speaking regions, although slight variations in the accent may be heard between American and British English.

Pronunciation of "ischio-jambiers" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /is.kjo.ʒɑ̃.bje/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation remains relatively consistent across different French-speaking regions. Minor variations may occur in the tonal quality due to regional accents, but the core pronunciation generally stays the same.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. He pulled his hamstring during the football match. - (Il s'est froissé les ischio-jambiers pendant le match de football.)
2. Stretching your hamstrings can prevent injury. - (Étendre vos ischio-jambiers peut prévenir les blessures.)
3. The athlete's hamstring injury forced him to withdraw from the race. - (La blessure aux ischio-jambiers de l'athlète l'a obligé à se retirer de la course.)
4. She experienced significant hamstring pain after her workout. - (Elle a ressenti une douleur significative aux ischio-jambiers après son entraînement.)
5. The physical therapist focused on strengthening his hamstrings. - (Le kinésithérapeute s'est concentré sur le renforcement de ses ischio-jambiers.)
6. A tight hamstring can restrict your range of motion. - (Des ischio-jambiers tendus peuvent limiter votre amplitude de mouvement.)
7. Runners often stretch their hamstrings before a race. - (Les coureurs étirent souvent leurs ischio-jambiers avant une course.)
8. Injuries to the hamstrings are common in sprinters. - (Les blessures aux ischio-jambiers sont courantes chez les sprinteurs.)
9. He felt a sharp pain in his hamstring when he fell. - (Il a ressenti une douleur vive dans ses ischio-jambiers lorsqu'il est tombé.)
10. Yoga can help improve hamstring flexibility. - (Le yoga peut aider à améliorer la flexibilité des ischio-jambiers.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "hamstring" in English

Synonyms: restrict, impair, disable, hinder, encumber, limit, constrain.

Antonyms: empower, enable, support, assist, facilitate.

Similar Words: tendon, muscle, thigh, ligament, restrict.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "ischio-jambiers" in French

Synonyms: muscles postérieurs de la cuisse.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: cuisse, tendon, muscle, ligament.

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