Uña (en. A)

/ˈuɲa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Each of the hard pieces that cover the tips of the fingers on hands and feet.

She painted her nails red.

Ella se pintó las uñas de rojo.

Part of a tool or instrument that has a shape similar to a nail.

The guitar pick was broken.

La uña de la guitarra estaba rota.

Growth of skin in the final region of the fingers.

It is important to care for nail health.

Es importante cuidar la salud de las uñas.

From Latin 'ungula', meaning 'nail', 'claw' or 'paw'.

to paint one's nails

To apply nail polish.

pintarse las uñas

nail and flesh

To be very close or inseparable.

uña y carne

to have long nails

Refers to a person who pays attention to their appearance.

tener uña larga

manicure

Service for nail care and beautification.

manicura

pedicure

Care for nails and feet.

pedicura

polish

Product used to paint nails.

esmalte

Cat's claw

It is used to refer to something sharp or dangerous.

Se usa para referirse a algo afilado o peligroso.

Lucky nail

Refers to carrying a nail or something related as a talisman.

Se refiere a llevar una uña o algo relacionado como amuleto.