下手に（へたに）
JLPT N5 · noun
Meaning: poorly/clumsily
Example sentences
- 下手に手を出すと、けがをする。 — If you carelessly step in, you'll get hurt.
- 下手に動かず、その場で待つ。 — Don't do anything rash—just wait where you are.
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