What does fumble mean?

To search for or handle something with awkward hand movements. To fail to hold something or deal with something smoothly.

fumble

/ˈfʌmbl/

CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #6846 in the learning path

笨拙地摸索；乱摸

v. To search for or handle something with awkward hand movements.

笨拙地摸索；乱摸

v. To fail to hold something or deal with something smoothly.

失手漏接；笨拙处理

I fumbled for my keys in the dark hallway.

我在漆黑的走廊里摸索着找钥匙。

Users often fumble with unfamiliar controls, highlighting the importance of intuitive design in public transport systems.

使用者操作不熟悉的控制装置时常常手忙脚乱，这凸显了公共交通系统中直观设计的重要性。

fumble for表示摸索寻找；with表示笨拙摆弄。

What does fumble mean?: To search for or handle something with awkward hand movements. To fail to hold something or deal with something smoothly.
How is fumble pronounced?: UK /ˈfʌmbl/, US /ˈfʌmbl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.