noun
excellent calligraphy; skillful writing
Refers to calligraphy of high quality, or the skill of writing beautifully. Often used in contexts praising someone's handwriting or brushwork.
彼の能書にはいつも感心させられる。
I am always impressed by his excellent calligraphy.
この掛け軸は能書の見本のような作品だ。
This hanging scroll is a work that exemplifies skillful calligraphy.