1.
talent, gift, ability
A natural aptitude or skill.
彼には音楽の才能がある。
He has a talent for music.
才能を活かす仕事がしたい。
I want a job where I can use my talents.
才能だけでは成功できない。
You can't succeed with talent alone.
才能があっても努力しなければ開花しない。逆に、努力で才能を超えることもある。
Even with talent, it won't blossom without effort. Conversely, effort can sometimes surpass talent.
才能 refers to natural talent or ability.
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 才能がある (to have talent)
- 才能を発揮する (to display one's talent)
- 才能を伸ばす (to develop one's talent)
- 才能を活かす (to make use of one's talent)
- 才能に恵まれる (to be blessed with talent)
DESCRIPTIVE USES:
- 才能豊かな (talented, gifted)
- 天賦の才能 (natural-born talent)
- 隠れた才能 (hidden talent)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 才能: talent (natural ability)
- 能力: ability (general capability)
- 素質: aptitude, disposition