へた

heta
adjectiveIntermediate💡 clumsy, awkward, unskilled
informal

Clumsy, awkward, or unskilled in doing something; lacking proficiency or grace.

彼女はへたなダンスを踊った。

She danced awkwardly.

彼のへたな説明で、私は混乱した。

His clumsy explanation confused me.

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Often used to describe someone's lack of skill or grace in a particular activity.

informal

Poorly made or of low quality.

へたな仕事をするな。

Don't do a poor job.

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Can refer to work, performance, or craftsmanship.

Collocations

へたな仕事poor workへたな英語clumsy Englishへたなダンスawkward dance

Related Phrases

へたをするphrase
to make a mistake
へたを打つphrase
to make a blunder

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

'へた' is often used to describe someone's lack of skill or grace in a particular activity, such as dancing, speaking a language, or performing a task.

Gold Rule

Context Matters

The meaning of 'へた' can vary depending on the context. It can describe a person's lack of skill, a poorly made object, or a clumsy action.

📖Word Origin

From the verb '下手' (heta), meaning 'unskilled' or 'clumsy'.

📝Usage Notes

Often used in informal contexts to describe someone's lack of skill or grace. Can also refer to poorly made or low-quality things.

Word Breakdown

へた
clumsy, awkward, unskilled
root
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