大技(おおわざ)

おおわざ
noun
major technique; big move; bold feat
leisure
1. major technique; big move; powerful maneuver
A large, impressive, or difficult technique in martial arts, sports, or performance. Also used figuratively for bold, dramatic actions.
大技(おおわざ)が決(き)まった。
The big move landed.
大技(おおわざ)を繰(く)り出(だ)して逆転(ぎゃくてん)した。
They pulled off a major move and turned things around.
大技(おおわざ)は失敗(しっぱい)すると大(おお)きなリスクが伴(ともな)うが、成功(せいこう)すれば一気(いっき)に形勢(けいせい)が変(か)わる。
Big moves carry great risk if they fail, but if they succeed, they can change the situation in an instant.

Usage

Originating from martial arts and sumo, now widely used in sports commentary and figuratively for bold actions. Contrasts with 小技(こわざ) (small technique, subtle move).

Common collocations

Similar words

  • 小技(こわざ): small technique, subtle move — the opposite
  • 必殺技(ひっさつわざ): finishing move, killer technique — implies a decisive blow

Related Words

Antonym: 小技(こわざ) (small technique)
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