limb

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 肢 is read し, has 8 strokes, and appears in words for limbs or available choices.
• Basic usage: 選択肢 is read せんたくし, and 上肢 is read じょうし.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• 選択肢 and 上肢
  • 選択肢 means option or choice.
  • 通学方法には三つの選択肢がある。 means “There are three options for getting to school.”
  • 上肢 means upper limb or arm.
  • 模型で肩から手までの上肢の骨を確認した。 means “We checked the bones of the upper limb from shoulder to hand on a model.”