Clumsy in Japanese

"clumsy" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.

2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "clumsy". The most common choice is shown first.

拙

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bungling, clumsy, unskillful

Reading: setsu

8 strokes

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Where it comes from

Composed of hand and exit. Hand coming out, clumsy.

What it carries

Clumsy, unskilled, poor. Represents clumsiness.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for clumsy?

The most common kanji for "clumsy" is 拙, read as setsu. It means bungling, clumsy, unskillful. Related kanji: 不 (clumsy).

How many strokes does 拙 have?

拙 has 8 strokes.