Meaning of 手間取る in Japanese
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Definition of 手間取る
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(v5r, vi) to meet unexpected difficulties; to take time; to be delayed
「おはようございます。今日は遅かったですね」「うん。ちょっと手間取っちゃって」
"Good morning. You're a bit late today aren't you?" "Yes, I ran into a bit of trouble."