JLPT N3 Intermediate
爪
Fingernail, toenail, or animal claw.
Readings
1 Noun
Fingernail / Claw
Refers to the hard keratin plate on a human finger or toe, as well as the sharp claw or talon of an animal.
2 Noun
Clasp / Prong
A small hook, catch, or prong used in machinery or jewelry to hold components securely in place.
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3 Noun
Plectrum (for traditional instruments)
A finger-mounted pick used to play traditional Japanese stringed instruments, particularly the 琴 (こと).
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