功底深厚
Have solid skills
Wörtlich: Skill foundation (功底) is deep and thick (深厚)
Use this to praise someone's deep, professional mastery that clearly comes from years of hard work.
In 15 Sekunden
- Describes a rock-solid foundation in a professional or artistic skill.
- Implies years of dedicated practice and deep mastery.
- A high-level compliment for experts, artists, and craftsmen.
Bedeutung
This phrase describes someone who has a rock-solid foundation in a specific skill or craft. It suggests they've spent years practicing until their talent is deep and unshakable.
Wichtige Beispiele
3 von 6Complimenting a chef's knife skills
这位大厨的刀工真是功底深厚。
This chef's knife skills show a truly deep foundation.
Discussing a writer's new book
他的文学功底深厚，文字非常有感染力。
His literary foundation is deep; his writing is very moving.
Watching a friend play a difficult song
听得出你钢琴功底深厚，练了很多年吧？
I can tell your piano skills are solid, you've practiced for years, right?
Kultureller Hintergrund
The concept of 'Gongdi' (功底) is central to the Chinese mastery mindset, emphasizing that any visible talent is merely the tip of an iceberg of invisible labor. It originates from the rigorous training traditions of martial arts and classical scholarship where 'foundation' was considered more important than 'flair'. Today, it remains a high-status compliment in professional and artistic circles.
The 'Iceberg' Rule
Only use this when you see the 'invisible' work. It's about the foundation, not just the flashy result.
The Humble Response
If someone says this to you, the standard 'pro' response is `哪里哪里，还要多练习` (Not at all, I still need to practice).
In 15 Sekunden
- Describes a rock-solid foundation in a professional or artistic skill.
- Implies years of dedicated practice and deep mastery.
- A high-level compliment for experts, artists, and craftsmen.
What It Means
Think of a massive skyscraper. You only see the shiny glass outside. But underground, there is a massive concrete base. That is 功底深厚. It means someone isn't just 'good' at something. They have a deep, invisible reservoir of mastery. It is often used for arts, sports, or professional expertise. It implies years of 'boring' practice that finally paid off.
How To Use It
You usually place it after a person or their specific skill. For example, 他的书法功底深厚. It functions like an adjective phrase. You are giving a high-level compliment. It sounds more sophisticated than just saying someone is 'clever' or 'talented'. It honors the hard work they put in behind the scenes.
When To Use It
Use it when you are genuinely impressed by someone's technique. Maybe your friend plays a complex piano piece effortlessly. Or a colleague handles a crisis with perfect logic. It works great in professional evaluations or art galleries. It is the ultimate 'respect' button in Chinese conversation. Use it to show you recognize true craftsmanship.
When NOT To Use It
Don't use it for simple, luck-based things. If someone wins the lottery, they don't have 功底深厚. Avoid using it for basic life tasks like boiling an egg. Unless you are being very sarcastic with a friend! It also feels a bit heavy for very casual hobbies. Don't say it to someone who just started learning guitar yesterday.
Cultural Background
This phrase is deeply rooted in traditional Chinese arts. Think of Kung Fu, calligraphy, or Peking Opera. In these fields, you must practice 'basics' for years before performing. This 'bitter practice' is highly respected in Chinese culture. Having 'depth' means you didn't take shortcuts. It suggests a person has a strong character and patience.
Common Variations
You might hear people just say 功底扎实 (solid foundation). That is a bit more grounded and literal. 深厚 adds a layer of poetic richness. You can also say 基础深厚 for general knowledge. But 功底 specifically targets a practiced craft or professional skill. It’s the difference between knowing facts and having 'the touch'.
Nutzungshinweise
This phrase is leaning towards formal and respectful registers. It is most commonly used in critiques, professional settings, or when showing deep appreciation for someone's craft.
The 'Iceberg' Rule
Only use this when you see the 'invisible' work. It's about the foundation, not just the flashy result.
The Humble Response
If someone says this to you, the standard 'pro' response is `哪里哪里，还要多练习` (Not at all, I still need to practice).
Don't overdo it
Using this for every minor thing makes it lose its weight. Save it for true skill.
Beispiele
6这位大厨的刀工真是功底深厚。
This chef's knife skills show a truly deep foundation.
Focuses on a specific technical skill within a craft.
他的文学功底深厚，文字非常有感染力。
His literary foundation is deep; his writing is very moving.
Used to explain why the work is high quality.
听得出你钢琴功底深厚，练了很多年吧？
I can tell your piano skills are solid, you've practiced for years, right?
A warm way to acknowledge a friend's effort.
王经理在市场分析方面功底深厚。
Manager Wang has a profound foundation in market analysis.
Professional praise for a colleague's expertise.
你这偷懒的功底真是深厚啊！
Your 'laziness skills' are truly profound!
Using a high-level compliment for a negative trait creates humor.
爷爷，您的书法功底深厚，晚辈佩服。
Grandpa, your calligraphy foundation is so deep, I truly admire you.
Shows high respect to an elder or mentor.
Teste dich selbst
Choose the best word to describe a master painter's skill.
这位画家的写实___深厚，画得像真的一样。
`功底` refers to the foundation of a skill like painting.
Complete the sentence to praise a colleague.
他在编程方面___深厚，解决了所有难题。
`功底深厚` is the standard collocation for professional mastery.
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Formality of '功底深厚'
Used sarcastically or for serious hobbies.
You're a pro at sleeping!
Standard praise for friends' talents.
Your cooking is great.
Official reviews, art critiques, and speeches.
Professional mastery.
Where to use 功底深厚
Art Gallery
Praising a painter's technique.
Office
Endorsing a colleague's expertise.
Concert Hall
Admiring a musician's performance.
Sports Field
Noting an athlete's basic form.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenYes! It is perfect for athletes with great 'basics', like 他的足球功底深厚 (His football fundamentals are deep).
Usually no. It implies years of work. For a beginner, use 很有天赋 (very talented) instead.
功夫 (Gongfu) often refers to the effort or the time spent, while 功底 refers to the resulting foundation of skill.
Not at all, but it is often used by elders to praise younger people who have worked hard on their basics.
Yes, especially for subjects requiring long-term study like 数学功底 (math foundation) or 历史功底 (history foundation).
It's a bit 'literary', but if you are genuinely praising a friend's work, it's a very high and welcome compliment.
Avoid this. In Chinese culture, it sounds very arrogant. Let others say it about you!
It literally means 'deep and thick,' like the roots of an ancient tree or the walls of a fortress.
You can, but it sounds slightly humorous because it's such a 'serious' phrase applied to a game.
You would say 功底薄弱 (weak foundation) if someone lacks the basics.
Verwandte Redewendungen
基础扎实 (Solid foundation)
炉火纯青 (Attained perfection/high mastery)
登峰造极 (Reach the peak of perfection)
半桶水 (Half a bucket of water - an amateur)
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