Turkish · Body & Health
Bacak
Leg
Beginnernoun
Definition
The lower limb used for walking.
Example
Bacağım ağrıyor.
My leg hurts.
Etymology
'Bacak' comes from the Middle Turkic 'bajaq,' meaning 'leg.' It highlights the physicality and importance of mobility within Turkic societies.
How & Where It’s Used
'Bacak' is used commonly in both spoken and written Turkish across various registers, frequently in medical discussions and descriptions.