English–Japanese

“handstand” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajisakadachi

Example

私は逆立ちができます。watashi wa saka da chi ga de ki ma su

I can do a handstand.

Illustration for 逆立ち (handstand)

How to say “handstand” in Japanese

“Handstand” in Japanese is 逆立ち (sakadachi).

Describes supporting the body while it is turned upside down, with the feet raised above the ground.

Full entry for 逆立ち: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 逆立ち

壁を使って逆立ちをしています。kabe o tsuka tte saka da chi o shi te i ma su

I am doing a handstand with the help of a wall.

Tips for using 逆立ち

  • Japanese 逆立ち (sakadachi) can correspond to either a handstand or a headstand, while English names the posture by its main support.

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