noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
young and energetic; up-and-coming
A yojijukugo describing a young person full of vigor and promise, often used in formal or literary contexts to praise rising talents.
He is attracting attention as a young and energetic researcher.
少壮気鋭の若手が次々と新しいプロジェクトを立ち上げている。
Up-and-coming young people are launching new projects one after another.
前途有望 focuses on a promising future, while 少壮気鋭 emphasizes youthful energy and drive.
若手 is a common noun for young people in a field, whereas 少壮気鋭 is a formal, literary yojijukugo with a stronger connotation of vigor.
A yojijukugo composed of 少壮 (young and vigorous) and 気鋭 (spirited and sharp). The exact historical origin is uncertain, but it follows classical Chinese-derived patterns for four-character idioms.