deng1 zai2釘仔钉仔
Jyutpingdeng1 zai2
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Definition
Folliculitis; pimples or small boils on the skin.
colloquialbodyhealth
How it's used
Refers specifically to a small, inflamed bump or boil on the skin, often resembling a tiny nail head. It is a very common, informal term used to describe minor skin infections or stubborn pimples that feel deep and painful. People often use it to describe something that feels like a small, hard point under the skin.
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nap1粒nāpExamples
I have a pimple on my back, it hurts so much.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the literal meaning of a small nail. While it shares the same characters, the context of skin health makes the meaning clear to native speakers.
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