Translation guide
The ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in a particular domain such as business or politics.
Describing someone's keen insight, intelligence, or sharp judgment in general.
Insight, discernment. The ability to see into the true nature of things. Often used for intellectual or analytical sharpness.
He has excellent insight.
Sharp judgment. Emphasizes quick and accurate decision-making ability.
Her sharp judgment solved the problem.
Penetrating insight; literally 'wise eye'. A literary or formal term for exceptional perceptiveness.
I am amazed by his penetrating insight.
Skill in business matters, including financial judgment, strategy, and market sense.
Business sense. A common loanword phrase for practical business savvy.
He has sharp business acumen.
Management skill or business acumen. Often used for leadership and operational ability.
The company grew thanks to her business acumen.
Business talent or acumen. Implies a natural gift for commerce.
He has a talent for business.
Skill in navigating political situations, understanding power dynamics, and making strategic decisions.
Expertise in financial matters, investment, and money management.
The English word 'acumen' is often used in specific collocations like 'business acumen' or 'political acumen'. In Japanese, it is more natural to use domain-specific phrases like ビジネスセンス or 政治手腕 rather than a single generic word.