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独具匠心(獨具匠心)

dú jù jiàng xīnSuccess & Perseverance

独具匠心 (dú jù jiàng xīn) literally meansuniquely possess craftsman's heartand expressesshow great ingenuity; have original design”.This idiom is used when describing situations involving success & perseverance.

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Pronunciation: dú jù jiàng xīn Literal meaning: Uniquely possess craftsman's heart

Origin & Usage

This idiom describes uniquely (独) possessing (具) a craftsman's (匠) heart (心). It depicts original creative thinking with the skill of a master artisan. The phrase combines creativity and expertise. Modern usage describes innovative work that shows both originality and technical skill, design that demonstrates creative genius.

When to Use

Situation: The architect's design showed remarkable ingenuity.


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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 独具匠心 mean in English?

独具匠心 (dú jù jiàng xīn) literally translates toUniquely possess craftsman's heartand is used to expressShow great ingenuity; have original design”. This Chinese idiom belongs to theSuccess & Perseverance category..

When is 独具匠心 used?

Situation: The architect's design showed remarkable ingenuity.

What is the pinyin for 独具匠心?

The pinyin pronunciation for 独具匠心 isdú jù jiàng xīn”.