Definitions
n. The hard covering at the end of a finger or toe.
指甲；趾甲
n. A thin pointed metal piece used to fasten materials together.
钉子
v. To attach something using nails.
用钉子钉牢
Example
I cut my nails before my piano lesson.
我在上钢琴课前剪了指甲。
Teaching children to keep their nails clean can help establish healthy personal hygiene habits early.
教孩子保持指甲清洁，有助于他们尽早养成良好的个人卫生习惯。
Collocations
- cut your nails
- nail polish
- hammer a nail
- nail down
Word family
- fingernail (n.)
- toenail (n.)
Usage tip
既指指甲也指钉子；作动词表示用钉子固定。
FAQ
- What does nail mean?
- The hard covering at the end of a finger or toe. A thin pointed metal piece used to fasten materials together. To attach something using nails.
- How is nail pronounced?
- UK /neɪl/, US /neɪl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
