Definition
精湛 (jīngzhàn) describes consummate skill, technique, or artistry — it is used for abstract abilities like 技艺 (craftsmanship) or 笔法 (brushwork), not for physical objects. This sets it apart from siblings like 精致 or 精美, which describe objects as delicately made, and 精巧, which highlights intricate design. It is a formal, literary word.
adjective
consummateexquisite
Examples
- 精湛。Zhè wèi diāokèjiā de jīng zhàn jìyì ràng rén tànwéiguānzhǐ.This sculptor's consummate skill is breathtaking.
- 精湛，。Tā de shūfǎ zuòpǐn bǐfǎ jīng zhàn, kānchēng yì jué.Her calligraphy work has exquisite brushwork, truly unparalleled.
- 精湛，。Zhè tào chájù zuògōng jīng zhàn, jiàgé bù fěi.This tea set is exquisitely made and expensive.
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