能人 néngrén capable person
capable person; Homo habilis, extinct species of upright East African hominid
How to remember 能人: 能 able to + 人 person = capable person.
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How it is used
- A capable, resourceful person - 他是个能人 (tā shì gè néngrén) he's a real go-getter.
- Colloquial praise for someone skilled and effective who gets things done, especially in practical affairs.
- Note 强中自有强中手, 能人背后有能人 - there's always someone more capable.