Translation guide
The English word 'ace' has several distinct meanings: a top expert or performer, a playing card, a point in tennis, and more. This guide covers the most common uses for learners.
Describing someone who is highly skilled or the best in their field.
Loanword from English, commonly used in sports, games, and sometimes business to mean a star player or top performer.
He is the ace of the team.
Literally 'master hand,' used for someone with exceptional skill, especially in arts, crafts, or sports.
He is an ace pianist.
Means 'expert' or 'master,' often used for someone who has reached a high level of proficiency through long practice.
He is an ace cook.
Means 'first-class' or 'top-notch,' used as a noun or adjective to describe someone or something of the highest caliber.
He is an ace chef.
Referring to the ace card in a deck of cards.
The standard term for the ace card in Japanese card games.
I played the ace of hearts.
A serve in tennis that the opponent fails to touch, winning the point.
Getting the ball into the hole with one stroke in golf.
A military pilot who has shot down many enemy aircraft.
To achieve a very high score or do something perfectly.
While 'エース' is used for people and cards, it is not used to mean 'acing a test.' Use '満点を取る' instead.
I got an ace on the test. (unnatural)
He won the point with a service ace.
He got an ace.