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能士 (のうし) Japanese meaning | Kotomora

能のう士し

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Meanings

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noun

highly skilled person; talented person

Refers to a person of exceptional ability or talent, often in a specific field. Somewhat formal or literary.

彼かれは当とう代だい随ずい一いちの能のう士しとして知しられている。
He is known as the most talented person of his generation.

Kanji

能ability, talent, skill
士gentleman, scholar, samurai

Similar words

有ゆう能のう
有能 is an adjective meaning 'capable' or 'competent', while 能士 is a noun for a highly skilled person.
達たつ人じん
達人 emphasizes mastery or expertise, often through long practice, while 能士 highlights innate talent or high skill.

Etymology

Compound of 能 (ability, talent) and 士 (person, gentleman). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the kanji combination directly conveys 'person of ability'.