der Nagel
Translation
nail
Examples
Er schlägt einen Nagel in die Wand.
He hammers a nail into the wall.
Sie lackiert sich die Nägel.
She is painting her nails.
Grammar Patterns
the nail ((noun)) the nail The nail is bent.
Similar Words
Synonyms: spike, pin (for the metal object)
Etymology
From Old High German 'nagal', cognate with the English word 'nail'. It refers to both the metal fastener and the horny plate on a finger or toe.
Memory Tips
Imagine hitting a metal 'Nagel' (nail) with a hammer and accidentally hitting your finger'Nagel' (nail). This helps remember the dual meaning.