wobbly
word
Definition
Something that is wobbly moves unsteadily from side to side, or is not firm and stable.
Usage & Nuances
Usually describes physical things like tables, chairs, or bridges, but can also refer to weak or unsteady feelings ("wobbly legs"). Common collocation: 'a wobbly tooth.' Informal register, more often spoken than written.
Spanish: tambaleante - inestablePortuguese (BR): bambo - instávelPortuguese (PT): bambo - instávelChinese (Simplified): 摇晃的 - 不稳的Chinese (Traditional): 搖晃的 - 不穩的Hindi: डगमगाता - अस्थिरArabic: مهتز - غير ثابت
Example Sentences
The chair was wobbly, so I fixed it.
basic
He has a wobbly tooth that might fall out soon.
basic
The table is a bit wobbly on one side.
basic
My legs felt wobbly after running the marathon.
natural
The baby walked with a wobbly step across the room.
natural
That bridge looks a bit wobbly—are you sure it’s safe?
natural