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Nail on Meaning in English

expression

ˈneɪɫ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
NAYL-awn
nˈeɪl/ /ˈɒn
NAYL-on

释义

To correctly identify or describe something, often with great accuracy. Commonly used as 'nail on the head' to express being exactly right.

用法与细微差别

Usually appears in the phrase 'nail on the head' ('hit the nail on the head'). Informal and very common in conversation. Avoid using just 'nail on' without 'the head' unless context is very clear. Used when someone's answer or description is exactly right.

例句

You really nailed on the answer to that question.

basic

Her comment nailed on what everyone was feeling.

basic

Sometimes it’s hard to nail on the main problem.

basic

You totally nailed on the reason I was upset—thanks for understanding.

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Let’s see if you can nail on what’s different about this picture.

natural

After hearing your summary, I think you really nail on the key points.

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