Jiten beta

足(あ)掻(が)く
Rank #21,683

Meanings

  • Godan verb with 'ku' ending, intransitive verb, usually written using kana
    1. to paw (at) the ground
  • 2. to struggle (using one's arms and legs); to flounder; to flail about
  • 3. to struggle (to escape an adverse situation); to strive; to make every effort

Readings

あがく
(62%)
足掻く
(28%)
足搔く
(8%)
踠く
(0%)
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