Definition
锋芒 literally means the sharp tip or cutting edge of a blade. Figuratively, it refers to one's outstanding talent or abilities, often with a nuance of sharpness or aggressiveness. It appears in common idioms like 锋芒毕露 (to flaunt one's abilities indiscreetly) and 初露锋芒 (to first display one's talent). Use it in formal or literary contexts.
n.
(literal) cutting edgetip of a blade(figurative) one's displayed talent or abilitiesoften with a hint of aggressiveness(figurative) vanguardspearheadleading edge of a movement or trend
Examples
- 锋芒。Zhè bǎ dāo de fēng máng hěn fēnglì.The cutting edge of this knife is very sharp.
- ，，。Tā niánqīng qìshèng, fēng máng bìlù, dézuì le hěnduō rén.He is young and impetuous, showing off his abilities blatantly, offending many people.
- 。Zhè wèi niánqīng shèjìshī zài bǐsài zhōng fēng máng chūlù.This young designer first displayed his talent in the competition.
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