1.
skillful; proficient; good at
Describes someone who is highly skilled or adept at something, especially speaking, physical activities, or social interaction.
彼女は口が達者だ。
She has a way with words.
商売が達者な人だ。
He's a person skilled at business.
あの子は身体が達者で、スポーツなら何でもこなす。
That kid is physically gifted and can handle any sport.
2.
healthy; in good health; vigorous
Describes someone who is in good physical condition, especially elderly people who remain active and well.
おばあちゃんは達者ですか。
Is your grandmother in good health?
九十歳でまだ達者だ。
Still healthy at ninety years old.
お互い達者で暮らしましょう。
Let's both live in good health.
A versatile word with two distinct senses. The skillful sense often appears in set phrases like 口が達者 (eloquent, glib). The healthy sense is especially common when asking about or describing elderly people's well-being.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 口が達者: eloquent, glib, having a silver tongue
- 身体が達者: physically fit, in good shape
- 達者で暮らす: to live in good health
- お達者で: take care (farewell greeting)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 上手: good at, skilled — more general and common for everyday skills
- 元気: healthy, energetic — broader and more casual than the health sense of 達者
- 丈夫: healthy, sturdy — emphasizes physical robustness rather than overall well-being