Ukrainian · Body & Health
Рука
ruka
Hand; arm
Beginnernoun
Definition
Hand or arm.
Example
Помий руки перед їжею.
Wash your hands before eating.
Etymology
The term 'рука' (ruka) traces back to the Proto-Slavic *ruka, which also means 'hand' or 'arm'. This root has influenced various Slavic languages, emphasizing both the physical and functional aspects of the term.
How & Where It’s Used
'Рука' is widely used in both spoken and written Ukrainian across all registers, often in contexts relating to anatomy, tasks, or expressions of aid and help.