also: したで
humble position; inferior status
Refers to a lower or disadvantaged position in a hierarchy, relationship, or comparison. Often used in contexts like negotiations, social standing, or skill levels.
交渉では、最初から下手に出るつもりはない。
In the negotiations, I don't intend to take a humble position from the start.
彼はいつも下手に出て、相手を立てる。
He always acts humbly and shows respect to the other person.
underarm grip on opponent's belt
Sumo term: a technique where a wrestler reaches under the opponent's arm to grip the back of the belt (mawashi).
彼は下手を取って、相手を土俵の外へ押し出した。
He got an underarm belt grip and pushed his opponent out of the ring.
The wrestler quickly got an underarm grip and gained the advantage.
In the negotiation, I ended up in the weaker position compared to the other side.