Parts of the Hand

Front

Thumb

Back

A short, thick finger on the hand.

Front

Index finger

Back

The finger next to the thumb, used for pointing.

Front

Middle finger

Back

The longest finger in the hand.

Front

Ring finger

Back

The finger next to the pinkie, often associated with wearing rings.

Front

Pinkie

Back

The smallest finger on the hand.

Front

Palm

Back

The inner surface of the hand.

Front

Fist

Back

A hand with fingers curled inward.