JLPT N1 Advanced
ハンデ
Handicap; a disadvantage or a head start given to balance a game
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1 Noun
Disadvantage" / "Handicap
Describes an unfavorable condition or burden that places someone at a disadvantage compared to others.
Example
学歴 が ない こと を ハンデ だ と 感じて いた 。
I felt that my lack of a formal education was a disadvantage.
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2 Noun
Head Start" / "Advantage (in a game)
Represents a score adjustment or advantage granted to a weaker participant to equalize chances in a competition.
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