ハンドル

handoru

steering wheel, handlebars

Alsohandle (of a door)

What does ハンドル mean?

ハンドル is a Japanese noun meaning “steering wheel” or “handlebars” in English. It can also be translated as “handle (of a door)” depending on context. It is written as ハンドル in katakana, and handoru in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N3 vocabulary.

Example sentences

運転中はハンドルから手を離さないで。

Don't take your hands off the steering wheel while driving.

自転車のハンドルが曲がっている。

The bike's handlebars are bent.

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