noun, na-adjective, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
A feeling of pleased satisfaction or pride, often from success or praise. Common in expressions like 得意になる (become proud/pleased with oneself) and 得意げ (looking pleased).
彼は試験に合格して得意になっている。
He's feeling proud after passing the exam.
彼女は得意げに新しい車を見せてくれた。
She showed me her new car with a pleased look.
noun, na-adjective, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
strong point; forte; specialty
Something one is good at or skilled in. Often used as 得意な (good at) or 得意分野 (area of expertise).
料理は私の得意なことの一つです。
Cooking is one of my strong points.
彼は数学が得意だ。
He is good at math.
noun
regular customer; regular client; patron
A customer who frequently uses a particular shop or service. Often used in business contexts.
あの店は得意客が多い。
That shop has many regular customers.
彼は長年の得意先だ。
He is a long-standing client.