Isuam (en. Fingernail)

/is-u-am/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of the body that refers to the part of the finger that has a nail on top.
She takes great care of her fingernail.
Napaka-maingat niyang inaalagaan ang kanyang isuam.
A small and thin part of the finger that wraps around the underside of the nail.
The fingernail should always be clean to avoid infection.
Dapat laging malinis ang isuam upang maiwasan ang impeksyon.

Etymology

From the word 'isu' meaning 'one' in Tagalog and 'ma' as a prefix indicating inclusion.

Common Phrases and Expressions

The fingernail bit
When the nail on the finger hurts.
Kumagat ang isuam

Related Words

finger
One of the parts of the hand used for grasping.
daliri

Slang Meanings

Alright, it's okay
I can't take the exam. Just isuam.
Hindi ko na kayang mag-exam. Isuam na lang.
Just chill, relax
You don't need to stress out. Just isuam that.
Hindi mo na kailangan ma-stress. Isuam na yan.
You're welcome, no problem
Thanks for your help! Just isuam!
Salamat sa tulong mo! Isuam lang!