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本领
běnlǐng
Description
“本领”是指一个人的能力或技能，特别是做某件事做得很好的能力。
"本领" refers to a person's ability or skill, especially the ability to do something well.
我们常说一个人“很有本领”，就是说他很能干。
We often say someone "很有本领" to mean they are very capable.
Meanings
本领běnlǐng
ability, skill, capability
他很有本领，什么都会做。
He is very skilled and can do everything.
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Notes
- Nuance
本领 and 本事 are close, but 本事 sounds more colloquial while 本领 is slightly more formal.
- Etymology
本 (root/basic) + 领 (grasp/skill), together meaning one's inherent skill.
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