芸術家
Meanings
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Refers to a person who creates art as a profession or serious pursuit, especially in fine arts, music, or literature. More formal and specific than アーティスト, which can include performers and entertainers.
He is a world-famous artist.
Many young artists participated in the exhibition.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉が芸術家になるfor someone to become an artist
He quit his office job and became an artist.
- 芸術家として活躍するto be active/successful as an artist
She is active as an artist in Paris.
- 〈人〉が芸術家を目指すfor someone to aim to become an artist
He had aimed to become an artist since he was young.