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Noun meaning 'talent' or 'innate capability'. Refers to natural ability or potential in a specific area. Example: 『彼は音楽の素質がある』 (kare wa ongaku no soshitsu ga aru, 'He has talent in music').
Theme

At a music school, User and their friend Aya talk about her younger brother's piano skills.

素質

そしつ

talent

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Memory Hook

Think of a 'sushi' chef with natural talent. 『素質』 (soshitsu, 'talent') sounds like 'so' (as in 'so skilled') and 'shitsu' (like 'sheet' of potential) — a sheet of raw talent waiting to be developed!

Cultural Note

In Japanese culture, 『素質』 (soshitsu, 'talent') is often discussed in education, sports, and arts to refer to innate ability or potential. It's common to hear phrases like 『素質がある』 (soshitsu ga aru, 'to have talent') when praising someone's natural capabilities.

Forms

Base: 素質Noun meaning 'talent' or 'innate capability'. Refers to natural ability or potential in a specific area. Example: 『彼は音楽の素質がある』 (kare wa ongaku no soshitsu ga aru, 'He has talent in music').