腕前(うでまえ)

Forms

腕(うで) (arm) + 前(まえ) (front, quality) → quality of one's arm = skill

Common expressions

• 腕前(うでまえ)を上(あ)げる - to improve one's skills
• 腕前(うでまえ)を試(ため)す - to test one's skills
• 腕前(うでまえ)を披露(ひろう)する - to show off one's skills
• 腕前(うでまえ)が光(ひか)る - one's skills shine

Usage

腕前(うでまえ) is commonly used for practical skills like cooking, sports, or craftsmanship. It emphasizes demonstrated ability rather than innate talent.

Related words

• 技術(ぎじゅつ) - technique, technology
• 技(わざ) - skill, technique
• 凄腕(すごうで) - highly skilled, expert
• 敏腕(びんわん) - capable, competent