English–Japanese

“one hand” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajikatate

Example

片手でドアを開けます。kata te de do a o a ke ma su

I open the door with one hand.

Illustration for 片手 (one hand)

How to say “one hand” in Japanese

“One hand” in Japanese is 片手 (katate).

It centers on one of the two hands being used or considered separately from the other.

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

Example sentences with 片手

重い箱は片手では持ちにくいです。omo i bako wa kata te de wa mo chi ni ku i de su

A heavy box is difficult to carry with one hand.

Tips for using 片手

  • In Japanese sports commentary, 片手 (katate) distinguishes a one-handed technique from a two-handed technique, such as a one-handed backhand.

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