本事
běn shìnoun★Intermediate
general
Ability, skill, or talent to do something.
她的本事很大，能做很多事情。
She is very capable and can do many things.
你有什么本事？
What are you good at?
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Can also refer to one's reputation or achievements.
Collocations
有本事to be capable of大本事great ability本事大very capable
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有本事你来试试phrase
If you're so capable, you try it
💡Pro Tip
Praise vs. Challenge
The phrase '有本事你来试试' is often used to challenge someone to prove their abilities.
📖Word Origin
Combination of '本' (root, origin) and '事' (matter, affair), originally referring to one's inherent ability or talent.
📝Usage Notes
Can be used to praise someone's skills or to challenge someone to prove their abilities.
Word Breakdown
本
root, origin
root事
matter, affair
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