How to Pronounce "nails"
word
/ˈneɪɫz/
naylz
/nˈeɪlz/
naylz
Definition
Nails can mean the hard parts at the ends of your fingers and toes, or small thin pieces of metal used for joining wood or hanging things. The meaning is usually clear from the context.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈneɪɫz/
British English
/nˈeɪlz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
naylz
UK
naylz
Listen in Context
Her nails are very long.
We need more nails for the shelf.
He cut his nails before dinner.
I just got my nails done, so I'm trying not to touch anything.