fist
word
/ˈfɪst/
fist
/fˈɪst/
fist
Definition
A fist is a hand with the fingers closed tightly into the palm. People make a fist when they are ready to hit something, showing anger, or doing some actions like a fist bump.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to the physical shape of a closed hand. Common phrases include 'clench your fist', 'raise your fist', and 'shake your fist'. It often suggests anger, strength, protest, or solidarity depending on context.
Spanish: puñoPortuguese (BR): punhoPortuguese (PT): punhoChinese (Simplified): 拳头Chinese (Traditional): 拳頭Hindi: मुट्ठीArabic: قبضة اليدBengali: মুঠিRussian: кулакJapanese: 拳（こぶし）Vietnamese: nắm đấmKorean: 주먹Turkish: yumrukUrdu: مُکّاIndonesian: kepalan tangan
Example Sentences
He made a fist with his right hand.
basic
The boy hit the bag with his fist.
basic
She raised her fist in the air.
basic
I could tell he was angry because his fists were clenched.
natural
She slammed her fist on the table and told everyone to be quiet.
natural
The crowd waved fists and shouted for change.
natural