凄腕(すごうで)

Forms

凄(すご)い (amazing) + 腕(うで) (arm, skill) → amazing skill = expert

Usage

Often used as a modifier before occupation nouns:

• 凄腕(すごうで)の弁護士(べんごし) - expert lawyer
• 凄腕(すごうで)シェフ - master chef
• 凄腕(すごうで)ハッカー - skilled hacker
• 凄腕(すごうで)営業(えいぎょう)マン - ace salesperson

凄腕(すごうで) has a slightly informal, admiring tone. It suggests someone whose skills are impressive or even intimidating. Often used in media and casual speech.

Related words

• 腕前(うでまえ) - skill, ability
• 敏腕(びんわん) - capable, competent (more formal)
• 達人(たつじん) - master, expert