N2
おぼつかない (obotsukanai)
おぼつかない
uncertain, unreliable, shaky, unsteady, doubtful, precarious
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Describes a state of being unstable, unsteady, or unreliable, often with a sense of anxiety or doubt about the outcome. Can refer to physical balance, a future prospect, or someone's ability.
📝 Example Sentences
老いた祖父は、足元がおぼつかない様子で歩いていた。
My elderly grandfather walked with unsteady steps.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "おぼつかない"!
彼はまだ歩き始めたばかりなので、_______足取りだ。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 不安定で頼りない足取りを表す「おぼつかない」が適切です。
English: 'おぼつかない' is appropriate to describe unsteady and unreliable steps.
English: 'おぼつかない' is appropriate to describe unsteady and unreliable steps.
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