What Finger Size and Shape Says About Your Personality

What a straight finger means

All of your fingers can potentially tell us all about who you truly are. Fortunately, you only really need one of them to learn more about your personality. Take a look at your index finger and answer this simple question: what does the shape of your finger look like…straight, pointed, or knuckled?

If it’s a straight finger, that means you’re a very honest person. So honest, in fact, that you pretty much hate lies and those who spread them. You hold others to a high standard and expect them to do the same for you. You can be very emotional but are good at hiding it. While that makes some people see you as coldhearted, most people will view you as cool, confident, and collected.

What a pointed finger means

Does your index finger look more pointed than straight? In that case, you can best be described as a dreamer. You are someone who dreams of a better world and has the drive and determination to make those dreams a reality. Most people look up to you as a leader because you work hard and try to serve as a role model to others.

And just as you dream of a better world, you also dream of something else: the power of true love. If you aren’t currently with someone, you likely dream of finding the perfect partner. And even if you have a companion, you are someone who believes that love can conquer all for everyone else on the planet. You’re empathetic and tenderhearted, and that makes you the kind of person whose smile can light up an entire room.

What a knuckled finger means

What if your index finger isn’t very straight or very pointy? In that case, you likely have a knuckled finger. And your personality can mostly be summed up by a few key words: “cool as a cucumber.” Those with knuckled fingers tend to be almost supernaturally calm. You aren’t very easily disturbed, but you are very passionate about your beliefs. That passion can give you the zeal of a crusader when you believe you are right about a major issue.

If you’re wrong, you won’t hesitate to apologize. For the most part, though, your instincts are very good, and others look up to you to discern the truth when it comes to disputes between friends. Generally speaking, you have a daily routine and you hate disruptions to it. If your routine gets upset, though, you will most often use your instincts to roll with the punches.

What a short index finger means

So far, we’ve focused on what the shape of your index finger means. But what about the size? Despite what you may have heard, size matters…at least, when it comes to finger length. And you can discover major aspects of your personality by determining whether or not your index finger is shorter than your ring finger or longer.

What does a shorter index finger mean? Generally speaking, you are very good at athletics, puzzles, and math. These traits make you very attractive to other people. However, you may have trouble settling down with someone. That’s because those with shorter index fingers tend to be a bit more promiscuous and are even likelier to cheat on the person they are dating!

What a longer index finger means

Now you know what it means when an index finger is shorter than the ring finger. But what does it mean if it is longer? Let’s start with the bad news: you are more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression than other people. On the brighter side, you also have a killer memory, which is something you’ll learn to treasure as you get older.

Those with longer index fingers also tend to be more faithful to romantic partners. You will want to settle down with Mr. (or Ms.) Right rather than dating around or cheating on a partner. Instead, you dream of wedding bells, and for good reason. If you have a longer index finger, you’re more likely to be married sooner than most of the people you know!