艺
skill; technique; art
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesnoun
skill; craft; technique
Refers to acquired skills or techniques, often in manual, agricultural, or martial contexts.
This old carpenter's craftsmanship is excellent.
He studies horticulture in college.
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These martial arts skills were developed by him since childhood.
Few people master this traditional craft nowadays.
As the saying goes, with great skill comes great confidence.
noun
art; the arts
Refers to art forms such as literature, music, painting, or performance.
I have always been interested in art.
He works in the field of literature and art.
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Many young people dream of becoming entertainers.
This art gallery has collected many precious paintings.
She won first place in the talent show.
noun
standard; limit; criterion
literaryA literary or classical term referring to boundaries, rules, or standards of conduct.
Confucius advocated 'roaming within the arts,' meaning being at ease within the norms of etiquette.
'Greedy for bribes without limit' describes someone who takes bribes without restraint.
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The gentlemen of ancient times were required to master the Six Arts first.
One must follow rules in life and not go beyond the scope of propriety.
His behavior has crossed the bottom line and standards of being a human.
noun
a surname
Used as a Chinese surname.
I have a colleague whose surname is Yi, named Yi Ming.
Mr. Yi is a new client of our company.
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In the Book of Hundred Surnames, Yi is a relatively rare surname.
May I ask how to contact Professor Yi?
The Yi family has lived in this region for over a hundred years.