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Knie — meaning in English

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English meaning

knee noun The joint in the middle of the leg where the thigh bone meets the shin, allowing the leg to bend.

Senses

Knie is used for these senses in English:

genicular (anatomy) Relating to the knee.
genual (anatomy) Of or pertaining to a genu or to the knee.

knee — full definition

noun The joint in the middle of the leg where the thigh bone meets the shin, allowing the leg to bend.
verb To hit or push someone with the knee.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related German words

Kniefall knien