Getting a gel manicure in English
What to say at a nail salon when choosing shape, color, and glitter.
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Key phrases
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Ask for this nail service.
manicure = fingernails; pedicure = toenails; gel = cured polish
You want short, round nails.
square = flat edge / oval = soft round / almond = pointed oval; not too long = keep them shorter
Ask to see the color options.
color chart = nail color samples; nude = skin-tone color; Which one is popular? = ask for a top pick
Ask for a small sparkle add-on.
glitter = sparkles; remove my old gel = take off the old gel; I'll go with that. = that's the one I want
Quick answers
Say this first: what to say in English
Say “Can I get a gel manicure?” — ask for this nail service. manicure = fingernails; pedicure = toenails; gel = cured polish.
They'll always ask: what to say in English
Say “Short and round, please.” — you want short, round nails. square = flat edge / oval = soft round / almond = pointed oval; not too long = keep them shorter.
If you're not sure: what to say in English
Say “Can I see some samples?” — ask to see the color options. color chart = nail color samples; nude = skin-tone color; Which one is popular? = ask for a top pick.
A little extra: what to say in English
Say “Can I add a little glitter?” — ask for a small sparkle add-on. glitter = sparkles; remove my old gel = take off the old gel; I'll go with that. = that's the one I want.