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phalanges

Pronunciation: [fəˈlæn.dʒɪz]

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Learn how to use phalanges in a sentence: 3 audio examples across 1 meaning.

Context: “anatomy”

(noun) phalanges are the small bones in your fingers and toes. Each finger has three phalanges, and each toe has two (not counting the big toe which has three). They help us move our fingers and walk.

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The doctor explained that the phalanges in our hands allow us to grip and hold things.

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If someone injures their phalanges, it can make it hard to use their hands properly.

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How many phalanges does the human hand have?

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Pronunciation: [fəˈlæn.dʒɪz]

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