Schienbein
/ˈʃiːnˌbaɪ̯n/neuter
The English word shin is translated into German as Schienbein. Wiktionary also lists Tibia.
Meaning: front part of the leg below the knee (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Schienbein | /ˈʃiːnˌbaɪ̯n/ | neuter |
| Tibia |
The term refers to the front part of the leg below the knee. In everyday contexts, you will often see it used in compound nouns, such as Schienbeinschoner (shin guard), which combines Schienbein with Schoner (protector).
What does it mean word for word?
The word Schienbein is a compound noun consisting of Schiene, meaning rail or guide and Bein, meaning leg.
Which one should you use?
Schienbein is the common term used in everyday conversation. In contrast, Tibia is the technical medical term for the same anatomical part.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word Schienbein is a neuter noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈʃiːnˌbaɪ̯n/
Did you know?
- German uses the word Schiene for both a 'shin' and a 'rail' or 'track' for a train.
- The German Schienbein and the English 'shin' are distant cousins that share a common ancestor from the Proto-Germanic word *skinōbainą.
- In German, the word Schiene is also used for a medical 'splint' used to immobilize a broken Schienbein.
Examples in context
- Das hier sind Schienbeinschoner.These are shin guards.This sentence shows how to use the compound noun Schienbein in Schienbeinschoner.Tatoeba #13013321 by Vortarulo, translation #9439608 by CK
- Ich habe mir das Schienbein aufgeschürft.I scraped my shin.This sentence uses Schienbein to describe an injury.Tatoeba #11704083 by Yorwba, translation #10762621 by ddnktr
- Er hat einen Riesenschnitt am Schienbein.He's got a huge gash on his shin.This sentence uses Schienbein to describe a wound on the leg.Tatoeba #12537115 by Yorwba, translation #9631339 by shekitten
- Das Schienbein ist ein starker Knochen im menschlichen Körper.The shinbone is a sturdy bone in the human body.
- 2 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Felix and Julia are talking about a sports injury.
- FelixMein Schienbein tut heute noch weh.My shin still hurts today.
- JuliaWie ist das passiert, Felix?How did that happen, Felix?
- FelixIch bin gegen den Pfosten gelaufen.I ran into the post.
- JuliaDu solltest dein Schienbein kühlen.You should cool your shin.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “shin” translations and entries Schienbein, Tibia, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Schienbein, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
