Translation guide
Describes surfaces, quality, distribution, or competition that is not level, consistent, or fair. Japanese expressions vary by context.
Describing a physical surface that is bumpy, rough, or not flat.
Common word for bumpy, uneven surfaces like roads, skin, or ground. Often used as a noun or な-adjective.
This road is uneven and hard to walk on.
The wall is uneven, so the poster won't stick properly.
Kanji form of でこぼこ, used in writing. Same meaning.
Level out uneven land.
Literally 'not uniform', used for uneven lengths, sizes, or shapes, like unevenly cut hair or mismatched items.
The hair length is uneven.
Describing something that varies in standard, such as work, skill, or products.
Common phrase meaning 'there is unevenness/inconsistency'. Used for skills, quality, or effort.
His performance is uneven.
This team is uneven, so they win some and lose some.
More formal, often used for data, measurements, or product quality. Implies variation or dispersion.
There is unevenness in product quality.
Means 'unstable' or 'not consistent', often used for performance, emotions, or conditions.
His condition is uneven.
Describing an unfair or unequal situation, such as distribution of resources or opportunities.
Means 'inequality' or 'unfairness'. Used for social issues, rules, or treatment.
The distribution of wealth is uneven.
Means 'unfair', often used in everyday situations like games or work distribution.
Means 'biased' or 'lopsided', used when something is concentrated in one area.
The population is unevenly distributed, concentrated in cities.
Describing a contest where one side is much stronger than the other.
The workload is uneven.