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abdominals

[ ˌæbˈdɒmɪnəlz ]

Noun

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muscles

The abdominal muscles are a group of muscles located in the abdomen. They play a crucial role in supporting the trunk, assisting in breathing, and protecting the internal organs.

Synonyms

abs, core muscles.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
abdominals	Use 'abdominals' in formal or medical contexts, often when discussing anatomy or specific parts of the body's muscle structure. The workout routine focuses on strengthening the abdominals. The doctor explained the function of the abdominals in digestion.
abs	Use 'abs' in casual or informal contexts, often when talking about fitness or physical appearance. I've been doing crunches to get six-pack abs. Her abs were really toned after months of working out.
core muscles	Use 'core muscles' when discussing overall body strength, stability, and workouts that include the lower back, hips, and abdominals. This exercise helps strengthen your core muscles. Yoga is great for improving your core muscles.

Word

Description / Examples

abdominals

Use 'abdominals' in formal or medical contexts, often when discussing anatomy or specific parts of the body's muscle structure.

The workout routine focuses on strengthening the abdominals.
The doctor explained the function of the abdominals in digestion.

abs

Use 'abs' in casual or informal contexts, often when talking about fitness or physical appearance.

I've been doing crunches to get six-pack abs.
Her abs were really toned after months of working out.

core muscles

Use 'core muscles' when discussing overall body strength, stability, and workouts that include the lower back, hips, and abdominals.

This exercise helps strengthen your core muscles.
Yoga is great for improving your core muscles.

Examples of usage

The abdominals are often targeted in exercises like crunches and planks.
Strong abdominals can help improve posture and prevent lower back pain.

Translations

Translations of the word "abdominals" in other languages:

🇵🇹 abdominais

🇮🇳 पेट की मांसपेशियां

🇩🇪 Bauchmuskeln

🇮🇩 otot perut

🇺🇦 прес

🇵🇱 mięśnie brzucha

🇯🇵 腹筋 (ふっきん)

🇫🇷 abdominaux

🇪🇸 abdominales

🇹🇷 karın kasları

🇰🇷 복근

🇸🇦 عضلات البطن

🇨🇿 břišní svaly

🇸🇰 brušné svaly

🇨🇳 腹肌 (fù jī)

🇸🇮 trebušne mišice

🇮🇸 kviðvöðvar

🇰🇿 құрсақ бұлшықеттері

🇬🇪 მუცლის კუნთები

🇦🇿 qarın əzələləri

🇲🇽 abdominales

Etymology

The word 'abdominals' originates from the Latin word 'abdominis', which means 'belly'. The concept of abdominal muscles has been present in human anatomy for centuries, with ancient civilizations recognizing the importance of core strength. Over time, the term 'abdominals' has become commonly used in fitness and health contexts to refer to the muscles in the abdominal region.