B2
fingernail vs toenail
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| fingernailnoun/ˈfɪŋ.ɡər.neɪl/ | Meaning the hard, thin layer that covers the end of each finger | Goes with bite fingernails | Example She has a habit of biting her fingernails when she is nervous. |
| toenailnoun/ˈtoʊ.neɪl/ | Meaning the hard flat part that covers the top of the end of each toe | Goes with ingrown toenail | Example She painted her toenails bright red for the beach trip. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
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