1.
oversight; omission; fault; negligence
A mistake or deficiency caused by failing to attend to something that should have been handled. Implies that the error was due to carelessness or insufficient attention rather than inability.
Usage
手落ち is typically used to point out a flaw or gap in a process, plan, or task that should have been caught. It carries a critical nuance and implies accountability. Common in formal and business contexts.
Common collocations
- 手落ちがある (there is an oversight)
- 手落ちがない (no oversights; flawless)
- 手落ちのないようにする (to ensure there are no oversights)
- 手落ちを認める (acknowledge a fault)
Similar words
見落とし means 'something overlooked' and focuses on missing something visually or in review. 不備 means deficiency or inadequacy in documentation or preparation. 手落ち emphasizes that the responsible party failed to do their due diligence.