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hangnail in Portuguese

hangnail in Portuguese is espiga, pelinha.

hangnail in Portuguese

espiga

noun

A loose, narrow strip of nail tissue protruding from the side edge and anchored near the base of a fingernail or toenail.

pelinha

noun

A loose, narrow strip of nail tissue protruding from the side edge and anchored near the base of a fingernail or toenail.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "hangnail" in Portuguese?

"hangnail" in Portuguese is espiga, pelinha.

Are there other ways to say "hangnail" in Portuguese?

Yes — Portuguese has 2 translations listed for "hangnail": espiga, pelinha.

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