clumsily — In an awkward, uncoordinated manner lacking skill or grace in movement or handling of tasks.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In an awkward, uncoordinated manner lacking skill or grace in movement or handling of tasks.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈklʌmzəli/
Korean meaning: 서툴게, 어색하게, 불편하게
Korean pronunciation: 클럼-지-리 (강세: 클럼)
Example Sentences
- He clumsily tried to impress his date by juggling, but ended up hitting himself in the face.
- The robot moved clumsily across the room, bumping into furniture.
- She clumsily explained the situation, making everyone more confused.
clumsily
ADVERB//ˈklʌmzəli//
In an awkward, uncoordinated manner lacking skill or grace in movement or handling of tasks.

In an awkward, uncoordinated manner lacking skill or grace in movement or handling of tasks.
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Origin
From Middle English 'clumse' meaning 'stiff from cold.' Originally described the awkward movements of someone whose hands and feet were numb from freezing, then broadened to mean any awkward or unskillful movement.
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“He clumsily tried to impress his date by juggling, but ended up hitting himself in the face.”
“The robot moved clumsily across the room, bumping into furniture.”
“She clumsily explained the situation, making everyone more confused.”
“The waiter clumsily balanced five plates and somehow made it to the table without dropping any.”
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