Significado
claw, talon
- A curved, pointed horny nail on each digit of the foot in birds, mammals, or reptiles.
- (figurative) A gripping hold or clutches.
En una frase
L'aquila ha afferrato la preda con i suoi artigli affilati.
The eagle seized its prey with its sharp talons.
Il gatto ha tirato fuori gli artigli per difendersi.
The cat showed its claws to defend itself.
Sei riuscito a sfuggire agli artigli del pericolo?
Did you manage to escape the clutches of danger?
Formas de la palabra (2)
| Palabra | Formas de la palabra |
|---|---|
| artiglio | masculine · singular |
| artigli | masculine · plural |
Notas de uso
- Often used in the plural 'artigli' to refer to an animal's set of claws.