German edit

Etymology edit

From Hand (hand) +‎ Nagel (nail).

Noun edit

Handnagel m (strong, genitive Handnagels, plural Handnägel)

  1. (very rare) fingernail
    Synonym: Fingernagel

Usage notes edit

  • Though generally not idiomatic, this word may at times be found in direct juxtaposition with Fußnagel (toenail, literally foot-nail), which latter is common alongside Zehennagel.