Fingernails

Pronunciation: /ˈfɪŋɡərneɪlz/

Definitions of fingernails

noun the thin, hard layer covering the upper surface of the tip of each finger

Example Sentences

A1 She painted her fingernails pink for the party.

A2 He nervously chewed on his fingernails during the exam.

B1 I need to trim my fingernails before they get too long.

B2 She tapped her fingernails on the table impatiently.

C1 The manicurist carefully applied nail polish to my fingernails.

C2 His fingernails were perfectly manicured, a sign of his attention to detail.

Examples of fingernails in a Sentence

formal She meticulously cleaned under her fingernails before the important meeting.

informal I need to paint my fingernails before the party tonight.

slang Her fingernails were on fleek after getting them done at the salon.

figurative The suspense was so intense, I was biting my fingernails throughout the entire movie.

Grammatical Forms of fingernails

• plural: fingernails
• comparative: more fingernails
• superlative: most fingernails
• present tense: fingernails
• future tense: will fingernails
• perfect tense: have fingernails
• continuous tense: is fingernails
• singular: fingernail
• positive degree: fingernails
• infinitive: to fingernail
• gerund: fingernailing
• participle: fingernailed

Origin and Evolution of fingernails

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'fingernails' originated from the combination of the words 'finger' and 'nails' to refer to the hard covering on the tips of human fingers.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'fingernails' has remained consistent in its meaning to describe the hard coverings on the tips of human fingers. However, advancements in nail care and grooming practices have led to the development of various products and techniques for maintaining healthy and aesthetically pleasing fingernails.