1.
deep knowledge; profound understanding; expertise
A high level of scholarly knowledge or artistic accomplishment in a particular field. Used to express respect for someone's depth of learning.
彼は日本美術に造詣が深い。
He has a deep knowledge of Japanese art.
音楽に造詣のある方のご意見を伺いたい。
I'd like to hear the opinion of someone knowledgeable about music.
あの教授は西洋哲学への造詣が深く、学生からも尊敬されている。
That professor has a profound understanding of Western philosophy and is respected by students.
造詣 is a formal, literary word almost always used in the set phrase 造詣が深い (to have deep knowledge/expertise).
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 〜に造詣が深い (to be deeply knowledgeable about...)
- 造詣のある人 (a person with expertise)
This word is not used in casual conversation. It conveys admiration for someone's depth of learning, particularly in academic, artistic, or cultural domains.
Note: Do not confuse with 造形 (same reading), which means "molding" or "shaping" in art.