gōng
fu

HSK 3
common

Meaning of 功夫

功夫 means skill; ability; mastery; martial arts; kung fu. Pronounced gōng fu. HSK 3.

  • skill; ability; mastery
  • martial arts; kung fu
  • time; effort; work

Definitions & Examples

de
shū
gōng
fu
hěn
shēn
 

He has profound mastery in calligraphy.

Zhè
ge
jiang
de
shǒu
hěn
yǒu
gōng
fu
 

This carpenter's craftsmanship shows great skill.

Xià
yào
duō
liàn
gōng
fu
cái
néng
jìn
 

Playing chess also requires diligent practice to improve.

Gōng
fu
yǒu
xīn
rén
 

Effort will not disappoint those who are determined.