爪子 (zhuǎ zi) — (animal's) claw

Definition

爪子 is an animal's claw (bird, cat, etc.) — sharp and used for grabbing or tearing. Different from 指甲, which is a fingernail or toenail on a hand or foot.

noun
(animal's) claw
Measure word ·

Examples

  • 爪子
    Yīng de zhuǎ zi fēi cháng fēng lì.
    The eagle's claws are very sharp.
  • 爪子
    Xiǎo xīn 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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