el dedo
the finger
Example Sentence
Me corte el dedo y puse una venda
I cut my finger and put on a bandage
Meaning
El dedo means the finger (or toe if context makes it clear). It often appears with cuts, nails, and bandages.
Common Phrases
- cortarse el dedo — to cut your finger
- ponerse una venda — to put on a bandage
Example
Me corté el dedo y me puse una venda.
I cut my finger and put on a bandage.
Common Mistake
If you mean a finger, do not say la dedo; use el dedo.