also: はんでぃ
Abbreviation of ハンディキャップ. Used in sports, games, and competitions to refer to a disadvantage or advantage given to equalize chances. Also used more broadly for any kind of disadvantage.
See also: ハンディキャップ
I received a handicap in golf.
経験の差がハンデになった。
The difference in experience became a handicap.
We played the game giving the beginner a handicap.
He has lived his life bearing a handicap from birth.
She overcame her physical handicap and competed in the Olympics.
I played golf with a three-point handicap.
He's at a disadvantage in speed, but wins with skill.