Definition
一技之长 (yī jì zhī cháng) is a set phrase meaning 'a specialized skill or expertise', often implying that having such a skill gives one an advantage in work or life. The structure '一...之...' is a classical Chinese pattern meaning 'one ... of ...', so literally 'one skill's length' (i.e., a skill one is good at). It is commonly used in contexts like job hunting or personal development.
phrase
a specialized skillproficiency in a particular field (idiom)
Examples
- 一技之长，。Měige rén zuì hǎo dōu yǒu yì mén yī jì zhī cháng, zhèyàng zhǎo gōngzuò gèng róngyì.Everyone should ideally have a specialized skill, so that finding a job is easier.
- 一技之长。Tā kào yī jì zhī cháng zài gōngsī lǐ hěn yǒuyòng.He is very useful in the company because of his specialized skill.
- 一技之长。Zhǎngwò yī jì zhī cháng xūyào cháng shíjiān de liànxí.Mastering a specialized skill requires long-term practice.
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