Meaning of the word "hit the nail on the head" in English
What does "hit the nail on the head" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hit the nail on the head
US /hɪt ðə neɪl ɑn ðə hɛd/
UK /hɪt ðə neɪl ɒn ðə hɛd/
Idiom
to describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem
Example:
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You've hit the nail on the head with your analysis of the company's issues.
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I think Sarah really hit the nail on the head when she said the main issue is communication.