# nail vs naps

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### nail
*noun · IPA /neɪl/ · frequency rank #5,064*
The thin, horny plate at the ends of fingers and toes on humans and some other animals.

### naps
*noun · frequency rank #26,182*
kinky or curly hair

## Source
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