to the quick



to the quick

1. To the exposed flesh, especially that which is tender. I've bitten my fingernails to the quick, and still, I can't stop myself!
2. To the deepest, most fragile part of oneself. Typically used to describe emotional wounds. I can't even look at her right now—that hurtful remark cut me right to the quick.
See also: quick

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Swanhild-German
Kamal (2)-Indian, Hindi, Marathi, Bengali, Gujarati, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Nepali
Betharibe-TAH-reeIndonesian, Javanese
Maxence-French
PitterPIT-tər (Limburgish)Frisian, Limburgish
Felipafe-LEE-pahSpanish