才华

• Pinyin: cái huá
• Hanzi breakdown: 才 = originally depicting a sprouting plant, meaning talent; 华 = 艹 (grass) + 化 variant, meaning splendid or China

Meaning

Talent; brilliance; artistic or intellectual gifts. Outstanding ability, especially in creative or intellectual fields.

More elevated than 能力 or 天赋. Often associated with artistic, literary, or intellectual achievements. Implies natural gifts that set someone apart. Commonly used in expressions like 才华横溢 (brimming with talent).

Examples

1. 她的文学才华在年轻时就已崭露头角。 Her literary talent was already emerging when she was young.
2. 这位导演的才华得到了业界的一致认可。 This director's brilliance has received unanimous recognition from the industry.
3. 有才华的人到哪里都会发光。 Talented people shine wherever they go.

Usage Guide

Context: praise, arts, intellectual

Tone: admiring

Do Say

• 他很有才华。(He's very talented.)
• 才华横溢的年轻艺术家。(A young artist brimming with talent.)

Don't Say

• 他很有数学才华。(For specific skills, use 天赋 or 能力 — 才华 typically refers to broader artistic/intellectual brilliance)

Origin & History

才 (talent, ability) + 华 (splendor, brilliance). Together meaning brilliant talent or exceptional ability.

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal