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talent; talented person; surname
Meanings
9 senses · 42 examplesnoun
talent; ability; skill
Refers to a person's natural or learned abilities and skills.
He has both moral integrity and talent, and is an excellent leader.
This young artist is versatile, good at singing and dancing.
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This project needs team members who have both experience and talent.
She has great talent for mathematics.
This company values both employee talent and moral character.
noun
talented person; capable person
Refers to a person who has outstanding abilities or skills.
We need to select outstanding capable people to lead this project.
Zhuge Liang during the Three Kingdoms period was a rare exceptional talent.
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This tech company recruits top talents from all over the world.
This young coach is a rare sports talent.
Several capable people on the team finished the task ahead of schedule.
proper noun
surname Cai
Used as a family name in China.
Teacher Cai is our Chinese teacher.
Mr. Cai is very prestigious in the local business community.
adverb
just now; a moment ago
Used to emphasize that an action happened very recently.
Why do you want to leave just as you arrive?
I just received the notice, I'll be there right away.
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He just left the office, you can still catch up with him if you go now.
Mom just put the dishes into the dishwasher, and you came over right now.
I just woke up and haven't had time to wash up yet.
adverb
only then; not until
Used to indicate that an action or event was delayed until a specific time.
He said he would leave on Wednesday, but didn't depart until Friday.
The strong wind didn't stop until evening.
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The meeting didn't end until late at night.
The rain didn't weaken until the middle of the night.
Our flight was delayed and didn't take off until early morning.
adverb
only if; only when
Often preceded by '只有' or '必须' to emphasize the necessary condition.
Only by relying on the masses can we do our work well.
You must reserve in advance only then can you get this discount.
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Only through repeated practice can you master this skill proficiently.
Only if you work hard can you realize your dream.
Only by following safety rules can we avoid accidents.
adverb
then; suddenly realize
Used after a clarification or explanation to show a new understanding.
After he explained it, I finally understood what was going on.
Seeing her photo, I remembered that we met once last year.
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After taking a bite, I only then realized how spicy this dish is.
I didn't forgive him until he apologized.
After reading this report, I only then learned the full story of the incident.
adverb
only; just; merely
Used to emphasize that something is small in quantity, frequency, or degree.
When this factory first opened, it only had dozens of workers.
What others finish in one day, he only finished in three days.
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This room is only ten square meters, it's too small.
He only scored 60 points, almost failed the exam.
I only ate one steamed bun, I'm not hungry yet.
adverb
used for emphasis
informalUsed to strengthen the tone of a statement, often used in casual spoken Chinese.
The wheat is growing so well!
I don't believe it at all!
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This ball game is so exciting!
The food at this restaurant is so delicious!
He definitely won't forget your birthday!