discernment; insight; keen eye
Refers to the ability to judge quality, authenticity, or value, especially in art, antiques, or professional contexts. Often used in phrases like 眼識がある (to have a discerning eye).
He has a discerning eye for art.
You need a keen eye to judge the authenticity of antiques.
Compound of 眼 (eye) and 識 (knowledge, discernment). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the spelling is conventionally associated with the meaning of keen judgment.