noun
male help; male labor
Refers to the work or assistance provided by men, often in contexts where physical strength is needed. Contrasts with 女手 (female help).
See also: 女手
引っ越しには男手が足りない。
We don't have enough male help for the move.
noun
man's handwriting
Describes handwriting that looks like it was written by a man, often implying bold or less delicate strokes. Contrasts with 女手 (woman's handwriting).
See also: 女手
この手紙は男手で書かれている。
This letter is written in a man's handwriting.
noun
Archaic term for kanji characters, used in contrast to 女手 (kana). Rare in modern Japanese.
See also: 女手
昔は漢字のことを男手と呼んだ。
In the past, kanji were called 男手.