Spanish (Castilian) · B2 general

Dar en el clavo

Literally: "To hit the nail"

To hit the nail on the head

Example

¡Exacto! Has dado en el clavo con tu explicación.

Exactly! You hit the nail on the head with your explanation.

Pip says

Use this when someone nails it—like when your explanation is as perfect as a perfectly ripe lingonberry! 🔨🍇

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