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dexterity in Japanese

dexterity in Japanese is 器用, 素早い — dexterity means skill and quickness, especially in using the hands.

dexterity in Japanese

器用
noun
Pronounced: kiyō
Skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands.
素早い
noun
Pronounced: subayai
Skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands.

What does "dexterity" mean?

  1. noun Skill and quickness, especially in using the hands.
    "The surgeon's dexterity made the delicate procedure look effortless."

dexterity in a sentence

  • The surgeon's dexterity made the delicate procedure look effortless.
  • Playing the violin well takes years of practice to build the necessary dexterity.

Common Japanese translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "dexterity" in Japanese?

"dexterity" in Japanese is 器用, 素早い. dexterity means: Skill and quickness, especially in using the hands.

How do you pronounce 器用?

"dexterity" in Japanese is 器用, pronounced "kiyō".

How do you use "dexterity" in a sentence?

Example: "The surgeon's dexterity made the delicate procedure look effortless." In Japanese, "dexterity" is 器用, 素早い.

Are there other ways to say "dexterity" in Japanese?

Yes — Japanese has 2 translations listed for "dexterity": 器用, 素早い.

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