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Pronunciation: [neɪl]

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Learn how to use nail in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “construction”

(noun) a small metal piece with a pointed end that you can hammer into wood or other materials. Nails help hold things together, like when building furniture or putting up decorations.

Example

We used a lot of nails to build the wooden shelf.

Example

We didn't find any nails in the toolbox, so we couldn't finish the project.

Example

How many nails do we need for this chair?

Context: “construction”

(verb) to fasten something with a nail. When you nail something, you are putting a nail in to hold it in place, just like when attaching parts of a toy together.

Example

She decided to nail the picture frame to the wall.

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He didn’t nail it properly, so the shelf fell down.

Example

Did you nail the boards together securely?

Context: “body”

(noun) the hard covering at the end of your fingers and toes. Nails protect your fingers and help you pick up small things.

Example

She painted her nails a bright color for the party.

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He forgot to cut his nails, and they looked messy.

Example

How often do you trim your nails?

Context: “achievement”

(verb) to do something very well or to succeed at a task. Like when you hit a home run in baseball or get a good score on a test, you have nailed it!

Example

She really nailed her presentation; everyone was impressed.

Example

He didn’t nail the exam and didn't get the grade he wanted.

Example

Did you think she nailed the audition?

How to pronounce nail

Pronunciation: [neɪl]

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