na-adjective
soft; weak; fragile; poorly built; insubstantial
Describes something physically soft, weak, or lacking strength/sturdiness. Often used for objects, materials, or a person's physical weakness. Can also imply something is poorly made or flimsy.
この板はやわで、すぐに割れてしまう。
This board is soft and breaks easily.
彼は見かけによらずやわなところがある。
Despite his appearance, he has a weak side.
Rarely used kanji form; the word is normally written in kana.
The origin is uncertain; it may be related to the stem of やわらかい (soft).