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[あ(足)·が(掻)·き]
agaki
noun

Alternate Written Forms:

agaki
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[あ(足)·が(搔)·き]
agaki
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English Meaning(s) for 足掻き

noun
  1. struggling; pawing (e.g. horses' hooves)
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Definition and Synonyms for 足掻き

Struggle strenuous effort
Synonyms: あがき, あがく, 四苦八苦, 奮闘, 苦労

Meanings for each kanji in 足掻き

» leg; foot; be sufficient; counter for pairs of footwear
» scratch; rake; comb; paddle; behead

Categories 足掻き is a member of

Effort use of physical or mental energy
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Sample Sentences for 足掻き

She is struggling helplessly.
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He is up to his ears in debt.
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