Translation of Japanese word "爪" to English

爪

Q: What is the definition of the Japanese word "爪"?

The Japanese word "爪" is defined as: "The thin, horny plate at the ends of fingers and toes on humans, chimpanzees and some other animals."

つめ

[tsume]

IPA: /tsume/

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Meaning

Noun

The thin, horny plate at the ends of fingers and toes on humans, chimpanzees and some other animals.

Reviewed by the TheLernen language teamDefinition sourced from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0)Last updated: June 16, 2026

How to use

爪 (tsume) — 'nail (finger/toe) / claw / talon'. 爪を切る — cut one's nails. 爪楊枝 (tsumayouji) — toothpick.

🇬🇧 English

nail (finger/toe)

Usage GuideRefers to the tip of the finger or toe.

Pronunciation Guide

Japanese Kanji: 爪
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): つめ
Romaji Transcription: tsume

Example Sentences

爪を切ってください。

つめをきってください。

Please cut my nail.

爪が長い。

つめがながい。

My nail is long.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Japanese word "爪" mean?▼

The Japanese word "爪" means "nail (finger/toe)" in English.

How do you pronounce the Japanese word "爪"?▼

The word "爪" is read as "つめ" (tsume). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.

Can I see a usage guide or example with "爪"?▼

Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Refers to the tip of the finger or toe.".

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