Definition
爪子 (zhuǎ zi) refers to the claw of an animal — a curved, sharp nail on birds, cats, etc. 指甲 (zhǐ jia) is specifically for human fingernails or toenails. Use 爪子 only for animals, never for people.
noun
(animal's) claw
Examples
- 爪子。Yīng de zhuǎ zi fēicháng fēnglì.The eagle's claws are very sharp.
- 爪子。Xiǎoxīn bié bèi tā de zhuǎ zi zhuā dào.Be careful not to get scratched by its claws.
- 爪子。Zhè zhī niǎo de zhuǎ zi yòu xì yòu cháng.This bird's claws are both thin and long.
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