NichiDict

まひ

N1
麻痺
痲痺
[mahi]
Illustration for 麻痺

Meanings

1.NounNoun・suruIntransitive

medicineparalysis; palsy; stupor

2.NounNoun・suruIntransitive

numbness; loss of sensation

3.NounNoun・suruIntransitive

standstill; state of paralysis; inability to take action

Examples

事故で右腕が麻痺して動かなくなった。

My right arm became paralyzed in the accident.

寒さで指先の感覚が麻痺していた。

My fingertips were numb from the cold.

大雪で交通機能が完全に麻痺している。

Transportation functions are completely paralyzed.