die Schlüsselbeinfraktur
Translation
clavicle fracture, collarbone fracture
Examples
Nach dem Sturz hatte er eine Schlüsselbeinfraktur.
After the fall, he had a clavicle fracture.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) haben to have sth. He had a clavicle fracture.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Klavikulafraktur
Etymology
From 'Schlüssel' (key) + 'Bein' (bone) -> 'Schlüsselbein' (collarbone) + 'Fraktur' (fracture). The collarbone's shape resembles an old key.
Memory Tips
Visualize a key-shaped bone ('Schlüsselbein') that is fractured ('Fraktur'). It's a very direct compound word.