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Word of the Day - heta

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Word of the Day:

heta

Pronunciation:

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Meaning:

unskillfulness; awkwardness

Japanese characters:

下手 (へた)

Example:

Hazukashigarazuni hetana eigo de hanashita.
恥ずかしがらずに下手な英語で話した。

Translation:

I spoke in poor English without hesitation.

Antonym:

jouzu (上手)

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