Islamic Interpretation
Fingernails in a dream symbolize triumph over one’s enemies. Having long fingernails for someone who relies on them for work indicates prosperity. Long fingernails also signify adopting a course that goes against what is customary and practical. They further represent strength, power, and protection from adversaries, yet they may also point to shame. Losing fingernails due to illness in a dream means loss of wealth or reaching an impasse. Trimming one’s fingernails signifies adherence to social norms, lending money, or gathering gold ornaments. White fingernails indicate insight, alertness, and the ability to memorize. Fighting with nails in a dream represents a crafty individual. Long, well-shaped fingernails denote money or business success. Fingernails growing so long that they nearly break indicate losing control over matters that could otherwise be retained, or the obligation to pay alms or give charity. Broken or chipped fingernails signify loss of wealth, status, or health. If fingernails turn into claws, it means victory over one’s enemy. (Also see Body, Claw)