手ぶら
Meanings
Noun
1. (being) empty-handed; lapse of manners of paying a visit without taking a gift (usu. 手ぶらで)
Kanji used
Pitch accent
てぶら
Examples5
しかし
But more often than not, we came back empty-handed.
彼
His hands were empty.
だけど、
However, we usually came back empty-handed.
手ぶら
Those who bring something with them are welcome.
そこ
The best thing about that place is the barbecue area where they supply you with everything you need.