上手

(2 entries)
じょうず
JLPT:N5
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1

Skilled; proficient; good at something (describes someone or their ability).

Na-AdjectiveNoun

Examples

彼はピアノが上手だ。

He is good at the piano.

上手に説明して、皆が理解できた。

She explained it skillfully, and everyone could understand.

絵を描くのが上手な友達にコツを聞いた。

I asked my friend who is good at drawing for tips.

日本語が上手になるには毎日練習することだ。

To become good at Japanese, you should practice every day.

2

Flattery (archaic or rare usage).

Noun

Examples

彼女は上手に褒めて、相手の気を引いた。

She flattered him skillfully and caught his attention.

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