knees
Translation
knees
Examples
My knees hurt after running.
My knees hurt after running.
He was on his knees, begging.
He was on his knees, begging.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) knees someone's knees My knees are weak.
on ((one's)) knees in a kneeling position She got down on her knees to pray.
Similar Words
Synonyms: joint (body part)
Etymology
From Old English 'cnēo'. The silent 'k' is a common feature in English words of Germanic origin, like 'know' and 'knife'.
Memory Tips
Remember the silent 'k' at the beginning. It sounds like 'needs'. Picture someone on their 'knees' because they have many 'needs'.