Japanese

さいのう
Meaning: talent; ability; gift
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

彼は音楽の才能に恵まれている。
He is blessed with a talent for music.
彼は自分の才能に強い自信を持っている。
He has strong confidence in his own abilities.
その程度の才能なら、結果はたかが知れている。
If that's the extent of their talent, the results are predictable.
新しい才能に目覚める。
To awaken to a new talent.
彼は語学の才能に優れている。
He excels in linguistic talent.

Usage Notes

Refers to a natural aptitude or skill that someone is born with.

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