tin1 coi4天才
Jyutpingtin1 coi4
Yaletīn chòih
Definition
Genius; a naturally gifted person.
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How it's used
Often used in a slightly hyperbolic way to describe someone who is exceptionally skilled at a specific hobby or task, rather than just someone with a high IQ. It frequently appears with the particle 嚟㗎 to emphasize the speaker's assessment of someone's innate ability.
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go3個goExamples
He has been a math genius since he was a little kid.
Do you think he is really a genius?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is just hardworking, as the term specifically highlights natural, effortless talent rather than acquired skill.
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