The Tokpisin term "skru" matches the English term "joint"
| other tokpisin words that include "skru" : | english : |
|---|---|
| boskru | boat's crew |
| skruim . . . i go | continue |
| skru tuptup | corkscrew |
| boskru bilong balus/sip | crew of plane/ship |
| boskru | sailor(s) |
| skru | screw, bolt |
| tanim skru | sprain |