Exploring the Human Body: A Guide to Surface-Level Anatomy

Understanding the human body is fundamental to both health and science. Knowing the names and functions of surface-level body parts can help in everyday communication, education, and health awareness. In this article, we’ll explore the 50 key surface-level body parts that make up the human form.

1. Head - හිස (hisa)

The head houses the brain and is the primary site for facial expressions and sensory organs.

2. Forehead - නළල (nalala)

The forehead is the upper part of the face, extending from the hairline to the eyebrows.

3. Eye - ඇස (asa)

The eyes are the organs of vision, allowing us to perceive the world around us.

4. Eyebrow - ඇස් බෑම (as bama)

Eyebrows are the strips of hair above the eyes that help protect them from sweat and debris.

5. Eyelash- ඇස් පිහාටු (as pihatu)

Eyelashes are the hairs on the edge of the eyelids that prevent particles from entering the eyes.

6. Ear - කන (kana)

The ears are responsible for hearing and balance, located on either side of the head.

7. Nose - නාසය (naasaya)

The nose is the organ for breathing and smelling, prominently positioned on the face.

8. Nostril - නාස් පුඩු (naas puḍu)

Nostrils are the two openings of the nose through which air enters and exits.

9. Cheek - කම්මුල (kammula)

The cheeks are the fleshy parts of the face below the eyes and to the sides of the nose.

10. Mouth - කට (kaṭa)

The mouth is used for eating, speaking, and expressing emotions.

11. Teeth - දත් (dat)

Teeth are the hard structures in the mouth used for chewing food.

12. Tongue - දිව (diva)

The tongue is a muscular organ in the mouth used for tasting, swallowing, and speaking.

13. Lips - තොල් (tol)

The lips are the soft, movable parts that form the opening of the mouth.

14. Chin - නිකට (nikaṭa)

The chin is the lowermost part of the face, below the lower lip.

15. Neck - බෙල්ල (bella)

The neck supports the head and connects it to the torso.

16. Shoulder - උරහිස (urahisa)

The shoulders are the upper parts of the arms where they connect to the torso.

17. Collarbone - අකුඇටය (akuataya)

The collarbone, or clavicle, is a bone that connects the arm to the body.

18. Arm - අත (ata)

The arm extends from the shoulder to the hand and includes the upper arm and forearm.

19. Elbow - වැලමිට (valamiṭa)

The elbow is the joint connecting the upper arm to the forearm.

20. Forearm - අත් කටුව (at kaṭuva)

The forearm is the lower part of the arm between the elbow and wrist.

21. Wrist - මැණික්කටුව (manikkatuwa)

The wrist connects the forearm to the hand.

22. Hand - අත (ata)

The hand includes the palm, fingers, and thumb, allowing for grasping and manipulation of objects.

23. Finger - ඇඟිල්ල (angilla)

Fingers are the five digits on the hand, essential for gripping and touching.

24. Thumb - මහපට ඇඟිල්ල (mahapaṭa angilla)

The thumb is the opposable digit on the hand, crucial for grasping.

25. Fingernail - නියපොතු (niyapotu)

Fingernails protect the tips of the fingers and enhance fine motor skills.

26. Chest - පපුව (papuva)

The chest, or thorax, is the front part of the torso, containing the heart and lungs.

27. Back - පිට (piṭa)

The back is the rear part of the torso, extending from the neck to the waist.

28. Waist - ඉඟ (iṅga)

The waist is the narrow part of the torso between the ribs and hips.

29. Stomach - බඩ (baḍa)

The stomach is the area below the chest and above the waist.

30. Hip - ඉණ (ina)

The hips are the sides of the pelvis, connecting the torso to the legs.

31. Thigh - කලවා (kalava)

The thigh is the upper part of the leg, between the hip and knee.

32. Knee - දණහිස (daṇahisa)

The knee is the joint connecting the thigh to the lower leg.

33. Calf - කෙණ්ඩ (kenda)

The calf is the back portion of the lower leg, below the knee.

34. Ankle - වළලු කර (valaḷu kara)

The ankle is the joint connecting the lower leg to the foot.

35. Foot - පය (paya)

The foot includes the heel, arch, and toes, supporting the body and enabling movement.

36. Heel - විලුඹ (vilumba)

The heel is the back part of the foot, below the ankle.

37. Toe - පාද ඇඟිල්ල (pāda æṅgilla)

Toes are the digits at the end of the foot, important for balance and movement.

38. Toenail - පාද නියපොතු (pāda niyapotu)

Toenails protect the tips of the toes and assist in movement.

39. Hair - කෙස් (kes)

Hair grows on the head and body, offering protection and playing a role in social and cultural expression.

40. Skin - සම (sama)

The skin is the body’s largest organ, providing protection and sensation.

41. Scalp - හිස් කබල (his kabala)

The scalp is the skin covering the top of the head, where hair grows.

42. Jaw - හනු (hanu)

The jaw is the structure that moves to open and close the mouth.

43. Ribs (surface) - ඉලි ඇට (ili aṭa)

The ribs are the curved bones that form the protective cage around the chest.

44. Armpit - කිහිල්ල (kihilla)

The armpit is the area under the shoulder where the arm connects to the torso.

45. Abdomen - උදරය (udaraya)

The abdomen is the part of the body between the chest and pelvis.

46. Buttock - තට්ටම (thattama)

The buttocks are the rounded portions of the body at the rear of the pelvis.

47. Groin - ඉකිළිය (ikiliya)

The groin is the area where the abdomen meets the inner thigh.

48. Sideburns - රැවුල් රොද (rævul roda)

Sideburns are the strips of facial hair extending from the ears to the jawline.

49. Elbow - වැලමිට (vælamiṭa)

The elbow is the joint connecting the upper arm to the forearm.

50. Wrist bone - මැණික්කටුව (manikkatuwa)

The wrist bone, or carpal bones, connect the forearm to the hand.

Understanding these surface-level body parts can enhance our appreciation of human anatomy and support effective communication in various fields, from medicine to education.