Translation guide
The coracoid is a small bone in the shoulder region of most vertebrates. In human anatomy, it refers to the coracoid process of the scapula. This guide covers anatomical and zoological contexts.
Referring to the coracoid process of the scapula
Standard anatomical term for the coracoid process. Literally 'crow's beak protrusion'.
烏口突起は肩甲骨の一部です。
The coracoid process is part of the scapula.
Referring to the coracoid bone as a distinct bone in non-mammalian vertebrates
Do not translate 'coracoid' as カラス骨 or similar. The correct term uses the kanji 烏 (crow) and 口 (mouth/beak).
Literally 'crow's beak bone'. Sometimes used in older or comparative anatomy texts, but in humans it usually refers to the coracoid process, not a separate bone.
ヒトでは烏口骨は独立した骨ではありません。
In humans, the coracoid bone is not a separate bone.
The standard term for the coracoid bone in reptiles, birds, and other non-mammalian vertebrates.
カエルの烏口骨は胸帯の一部です。
The frog's coracoid is part of the pectoral girdle.
Refers to the coracoid cartilage, a precursor in development or a cartilaginous element in some species.
サメでは烏口軟骨が肩帯を支えています。
In sharks, the coracoid cartilage supports the pectoral girdle.