Translation guide
The sharp claw of a bird of prey or similar animal. In Japanese, this is most commonly expressed with the general word for claw, with context making the meaning clear.
Referring to the sharp, curved claw of an eagle, hawk, owl, etc.
General word for claw or nail. Used for birds of prey when context is clear. Often modified by the bird's name.
ワシの爪は鋭い。
An eagle's talons are sharp.
タカが爪で獲物を捕まえた。
The hawk caught its prey with its talons.
Literally 'hook claw'. More specific term for curved claws like talons. Used in biology or descriptive contexts.
Explicitly 'claws of birds of prey'. Used when distinction from other claws is necessary.
猛禽類の爪は獲物を掴むのに適している。
The talons of birds of prey are suited for grasping prey.
フクロウの鉤爪は獲物を逃がさない。
The owl's talons don't let prey escape.