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Referring to skill or craftsmanship with 技艺 (jìyì)
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Explanation
The noun 技艺 (jìyì) means "skill," "craftsmanship," or "artistry," referring to the mastery of a particular craft or art form. It emphasizes the artistic or technical quality of one's abilities and is more elevated than 技术 (technology/technique). It is commonly used when discussing traditional crafts, performing arts, or specialized expertise.
Examples
这位老师傅的技艺已经达到了炉火纯青的地步。
zhè wèi lǎo shīfu de jìyì yǐjīng dádào le lúhuǒ chúnqīng de dìbù.
This old master's craftsmanship has reached the level of perfection.
学习传统技艺需要很大的耐心和毅力。
xuéxí chuántǒng jìyì xūyào hěn dà de nàixīn hé yìlì.
Learning traditional craftsmanship requires great patience and perseverance.
她的刺绣技艺是跟外婆学的。
tā de cìxiù jìyì shì gēn wàipó xué de.
She learned her embroidery skills from her grandmother.