“关节软骨”的英语表达是 articular cartilage 。其中,“articular”意为“关节的”,“cartilage”指“软骨” 。例如:Articular cartilage provides a smooth, lubricated surface for articulation and facilitates the transmission of loads with a low frictional coefficient.(关节软骨为关节活动提供了一个光滑、润滑的表面,并以低摩擦系数促进负荷的传递 。)