nail
US /neɪl/
UK /neɪl/
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clavo
a small metal spike with a broadened flat head, driven into wood to join things together or to hold something in place
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He hammered a nail into the wall to hang the picture.
Clavó un clavo en la pared para colgar el cuadro.
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Be careful, there's a loose nail sticking out of that board.
Ten cuidado, hay un clavo suelto saliendo de esa tabla.
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uña
a horny covering on the upper surface of the tip of the finger and toe in humans and other primates
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She painted her fingernails bright red.
Ella se pintó las uñas de rojo brillante.
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He bit his nails when he was nervous.
Se mordía las uñas cuando estaba nervioso.
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atrapar, detener
catch (someone), especially as a result of a chase or pursuit
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The police finally nailed the suspect after a long chase.
La policía finalmente atrapó al sospechoso después de una larga persecución.
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The detective was determined to nail the killer.
El detective estaba decidido a atrapar al asesino.
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clavar, bordar
perform (something, especially a difficult feat) perfectly
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She nailed the presentation, getting a standing ovation.
Ella clavó la presentación, recibiendo una ovación de pie.
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He practiced for hours to make sure he could nail the jump.
Practicó durante horas para asegurarse de que podía clavar el salto.