N1
さいく (saiku)
細工
craftsmanship; delicate work; trick/scheme
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Has two main meanings: 1. Finely crafted, delicate work (e.g., in art or craft). 2. A clever but often deceptive trick or scheme. Context is key to discerning the meaning.
📝 Example Sentences
職人の手による繊細な細工が施された飾り物だった。
It was an ornament adorned with delicate craftsmanship by an artisan.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "細工"!
この木箱には、職人の見事な_______が施されている。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「職人の見事な」という言葉から、技巧を凝らした「細工」が適しています。
English: From the phrase 'masterful by an artisan,' '細工' (craftsmanship) involving intricate techniques is appropriate.
English: From the phrase 'masterful by an artisan,' '細工' (craftsmanship) involving intricate techniques is appropriate.
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