爪 | Japanese meaning

爪【つめ】

Frequency rank: 1,991.

Alsoつめ

noun (common) (futsuumeishi)

nail (e.g. fingernail, toenail); claw; talon; hoof

This meaning refers to the hard, protective covering at the tips of fingers and toes in humans, as well as similar structures in animals. It can also imply a pointed structure in a broader context.

Her nails are very beautiful and are done up with a pedicure.

plectrum; pick

This refers to a small flat tool used to strum or pluck the strings of musical instruments, mainly used by guitarists and other musicians.

He uses a pick instead of his nails when playing the guitar.

hook; clasp

This meaning refers to a device used for holding objects together, often used in clothing or accessories.

The garment can be fastened with a hook like a claw.

Example sentences24 results

Green peas are high in iron and contain nutrients that improve the colour of fingernails.

Tatoeba

She has a habit of biting her nails.

Tatoeba

国語辞典Japanese definitions

爪【しょう・そう・つめ・つま】

きごう（つめきごう）。てあし手足のゆびさき指先のひふ皮膚がかくしつか角質化しかたく硬くなったぶぶん部分。

Wiktionary

Names

爪【つめ】

Alsoつめ

Tsumefamily or surname

爪【つめ】

Frequency rank: 1,991.

Alsoつめ

noun (common) (futsuumeishi)

nail (e.g. fingernail, toenail); claw; talon; hoof

This meaning refers to the hard, protective covering at the tips of fingers and toes in humans, as well as similar structures in animals. It can also imply a pointed structure in a broader context.

Her nails are very beautiful and are done up with a pedicure.

plectrum; pick

This refers to a small flat tool used to strum or pluck the strings of musical instruments, mainly used by guitarists and other musicians.

He uses a pick instead of his nails when playing the guitar.

hook; clasp

This meaning refers to a device used for holding objects together, often used in clothing or accessories.

The garment can be fastened with a hook like a claw.

Example sentences24 results

Green peas are high in iron and contain nutrients that improve the colour of fingernails.

Tatoeba

She has a habit of biting her nails.

Tatoeba

国語辞典Japanese definitions

爪【しょう・そう・つめ・つま】

きごう（つめきごう）。てあし手足のゆびさき指先のひふ皮膚がかくしつか角質化しかたく硬くなったぶぶん部分。

Wiktionary

Names

爪【つめ】

Alsoつめ

Tsumefamily or surname

爪

常用

意claw; nail; talon

訓つめ、つま-

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爪【つめ】

Frequency rank: 1,991.

Alsoつめ

noun (common) (futsuumeishi)

nail (e.g. fingernail, toenail); claw; talon; hoof

This meaning refers to the hard, protective covering at the tips of fingers and toes in humans, as well as similar structures in animals. It can also imply a pointed structure in a broader context.

Her nails are very beautiful and are done up with a pedicure.

plectrum; pick

This refers to a small flat tool used to strum or pluck the strings of musical instruments, mainly used by guitarists and other musicians.

He uses a pick instead of his nails when playing the guitar.

hook; clasp

This meaning refers to a device used for holding objects together, often used in clothing or accessories.

The garment can be fastened with a hook like a claw.

Example sentences24 results

Green peas are high in iron and contain nutrients that improve the colour of fingernails.

Tatoeba

She has a habit of biting her nails.

Tatoeba

国語辞典Japanese definitions

爪【しょう・そう・つめ・つま】

きごう（つめきごう）。てあし手足のゆびさき指先のひふ皮膚がかくしつか角質化しかたく硬くなったぶぶん部分。

Wiktionary

Names

爪【つめ】

Alsoつめ

Tsumefamily or surname

爪【つめ】

Frequency rank: 1,991.

Alsoつめ

noun (common) (futsuumeishi)

nail (e.g. fingernail, toenail); claw; talon; hoof

This meaning refers to the hard, protective covering at the tips of fingers and toes in humans, as well as similar structures in animals. It can also imply a pointed structure in a broader context.