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一技之长

yī jì zhī cháng

HSK 7–9

Meaning

  • proficiency in a particular field (idiom)
  • skill in a specialized area (idiom)

Definition

指拥有某种专门的技能或特长。

Proficiency in a particular skill or field.

Usage

通常用于形容一个人掌握了某种实用的专业技能，能够依靠该技能谋生或做出贡献。常用于鼓励学习或强调技能的重要性。

Often used to describe a person who has mastered a practical professional skill that they can rely on for a living or make contributions. Commonly used to encourage learning or emphasize the importance of skills.

Examples

  • 1 他有一技之长，不愁找不到工作。 (He has a skill, so he's not worried about finding a job.)
  • 2 我们应该掌握一技之长，为社会做贡献。 (We should acquire a skill to contribute to society.)
  • 3 每个人都有自己的特长，但很多人没有把一技之长发挥出来。 (Everyone has their own strengths, but many people don't fully utilize their skills.)
  • 4 在面试时，展示你的一技之长可以增加录取机会。 (During an interview, showcasing your skills can increase your chances of being hired.)
  • 5 现在学一门手艺，将来靠一技之长立足社会。 (Learn a craft now, and rely on your skill to establish yourself in society in the future.)
  • 6 他靠一技之长创业成功，成为了企业家。 (He succeeded in starting a business by relying on his skill and became an entrepreneur.)

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