Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hit-the-nail-on-the-head
idiom
/hɪt ðə neɪl ɒn ðə hɛd/
Definition
To describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem, or to express an idea perfectly.
Examples
- When she suggested that we need to improve our communication, she really hit the nail on the head.
- His analysis of the team’s performance hit the nail on the head, highlighting exactly what we needed to change.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to indicate that someone has made an accurate remark or has pinpointed the correct issue.
Synonyms
- Pinpoint
- Identify accurately
- Get it right
