Japanese Dictionary

Meaning of 逆手(ぎゃくて) in Japanese

逆手
Kana Reading
ぎゃくて, さかて
Romaji
gyakute, sakate
Word Senses
  • Parts of speech
    noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    Meaning
    underhand or backhand grip (e.g. in tennis)
  • Parts of speech
    Meaning
    unexpected twist; turning the tables (on an opponent)


Kanji in this word

JLPT 2

9 strokes

inverted, reverse, opposite, wicked

On'Yomi: ギャク, ゲキ

Kun'Yomi: さか, さか.さ, さか.らう

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JLPT 5

4 strokes

hand

On'Yomi: シュ, ズ

Kun'Yomi: て, て-, -て, た-

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