JLPT N2 Upper Intermediate
片手
One hand, or doing something as a side activity.
Readings
Other forms
片手間 katatema, in one's spare time
両手 ryoute, both hands
1 Noun
One Hand
Refers to the use of a single hand for a task, often distinguishing the action from one requiring both hands.
Example
彼 は 片手 で 重い 箱 を 持ち上げ た 。
He lifted the heavy box with one hand.
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2 Noun (often used with particles like で or に)
On the side" / "Half-heartedly
Describes performing an action while holding an object or managing a secondary activity alongside a main one.
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