What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
leg
Example
I hurt my leg while playing soccer. [leg: noun]
Example
She stretched her legs before going for a run. [legs: plural noun]
thigh
Example
He pulled a muscle in his thigh while lifting weights. [thigh: noun]
Example
She felt the burn in her thighs after doing a set of squats. [thighs: plural noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Leg is more commonly used than thigh in everyday language. Leg is a versatile word that covers a wide range of contexts, while thigh is more specific and often used in the context of exercise or anatomy.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between leg and thigh?
Both leg and thigh are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
