锋芒 (fēng máng) — (literal) cutting edge; tip of a blade; (figurative) one's displayed talent or abilities, often with a hint of aggressiveness; (figurative) vanguard; spearhead; leading edge of a movement or trend
Definition
Literally the cutting edge of a blade; figuratively, a person's sharp, conspicuous talent — often paired with 毕露 or 初露. Usually carries a slightly aggressive or boastful edge, not neutral praise.
noun
(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 fēng lì.The cutting edge of this knife is very sharp.
- ，，。Tā nián qīng qì shèng, fēng máng bì lù, dé zuì le hěn duō rén.He is young and impetuous, showing off his abilities blatantly, offending many people.
- 。Zhè wèi nián qīng shè jì shī zài bǐ sài zhōng fēng máng chū lù.This young designer first displayed his talent in the competition.
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