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my leg is hurt vs my legs are hurt

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'My leg is hurt' is used when referring to a specific leg that is injured, while 'My legs are hurt' is used when talking about both legs being injured.

Last updated: March 28, 2024

my leg is hurt

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a specific leg that is injured.

This phrase is used when you want to specify that one of your legs is hurt. It is singular because it refers to a single leg.

Examples:

  • My leg is hurt, so I can't walk properly.
  • I can't run because my leg is hurt.

Alternatives:

  • I hurt my leg.
  • My leg is injured.

my legs are hurt

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to both legs being injured.

This phrase is used when you want to indicate that both of your legs are hurt. It is plural because it refers to multiple legs.

Examples:

  • I can't stand for long because my legs are hurt.
  • My legs are hurt from all the walking.

Alternatives:

  • Both of my legs are hurt.
  • I have injured both legs.

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