腕前(うでまえ)

うでまえ
noun
skill; ability; expertise
1. skill; ability; expertise
One's level of proficiency or skill in a particular activity, especially practical or technical skills.
料理(りょうり)の腕前(うでまえ)を上(あ)げる。
To improve one's cooking skills.
彼(かれ)の腕前(うでまえ)は相当(そうとう)なものだ。
His skill is quite remarkable.
腕前(うでまえ)を試(ため)してみたい。
I want to test my skills.

WORD FORMATION:
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

Related Words

Related: 凄腕(すごうで) (highly skilled)
Related: 敏腕(びんわん) (capable)
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Added 2026.1.19 13:06 · Revised 2026.1.24 23:24
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