精鋭
Meanings
1
noun, na-adjective, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
elite; best; pick; cream of the crop
Refers to a select group of highly capable people, often in military, sports, or business contexts. Can be used as a noun or adjectivally with な or の.
He is a member of an elite unit.
This company gathers the best in the industry.
Usage patterns
- 〈組織〉の精鋭the elite (members) of an organization
This unit is the elite of the army.
- 精鋭を集めるto gather an elite group
We formed the team by gathering elites from various fields.
- 精鋭が揃うthe elite are all assembled
The elite representatives from each country gathered for the final match.