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逸材 (いつざい) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
JLPT N1 Freq. Frequency Top 50,000 Meanings 1
noun
outstanding talent ; gifted person
Refers to a person of exceptional ability, often in a specific field like sports, arts, or business. Can also refer to the talent itself. Slightly formal.
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This team is full of gifted individuals.
Kanji 逸 deviate, idleness, leisure Similar words 天てん 才さい 天才 is a more common word for 'genius', often implying innate brilliance. 逸材 emphasizes exceptional ability that stands out, often in a practical or professional context.
人じん 材ざい 人材 is a general term for 'human resources' or 'capable person'. 逸材 is a much stronger, rarer term for an exceptionally talented individual.
Etymology Composed of 逸 (escape, deviate, excel) and 材 (material, talent). The combination suggests a talent that stands out from the ordinary.
