“Jack of all trades” in Japanese
Short answer
Jack of all trades in Japanese is “百芸” (hyakugei). Full meaning: jack of all trades.
Other ways to say “Jack of all trades” in Japanese
何でも屋
nandemoya jack-of-all-trades, all-rounder, handyman; general store
器用貧乏
kiyoubinbou jack of all trades, master of none
八面六臂
hachimenroppi competent in all fields, jack of all trades, very active in many fields, versatile, all-round
八百屋
yaoya greengrocer, fruit and vegetable shop; jack of all trades
よろず屋
yorozuya general store, general dealer; jack-of-all-trades
やおや
yaoya greengrocer, fruit and vegetable shop; jack of all trades
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