Leiste

groin

noun LYE-ste Rare

Also means

strip; ledge

Usage Note

Leiste in an anatomical context means the groin area (Leistenkanal = inguinal canal). In sports, Leistenzerrung (groin strain) is very common. The word also means a narrow strip or ledge in carpentry — context disambiguates.

Examples

"Der Fußballer hatte eine Leistenzerrung und musste pausieren."

Natural Translation

The footballer had a groin strain and had to take a break.

Literal Translation

The footballer had a groin-strain and had to pause.

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