Becken

pelvis

noun BEK-en Rare

Also means

basin; cymbal

Usage Note

Becken in anatomy refers to the bony pelvis (Beckenring). It is also used for a basin, bowl, or swimming pool, and for cymbals in music — context always clarifies the meaning for learners.

Examples

"Der Arzt tastete das Becken ab, um die Verletzung einzuschätzen."

Natural Translation

The doctor palpated the pelvis to assess the injury.

Literal Translation

The doctor felt the pelvis to assess the injury.

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