专业
Professional
शाब्दिक अर्थ: Specialized Karma/Industry
Use `专业` to praise someone's skills or to discuss your field of study.
15 सेकंड में
- Means 'professional' or a college 'major'.
- Used as a high compliment for skill and competence.
- Common in both workplace and academic settings.
मतलब
While it literally means 'professional,' it is also the standard word for your college major or a specific field of expertise. It is a high-compliment word used to describe someone who really knows their stuff.
मुख्य उदाहरण
3 / 6Asking a new friend about their studies
你的专业是什么？
What is your major?
Complimenting a photographer friend
你照相的技术真专业！
Your photography skills are really professional!
Praising a colleague after a meeting
王经理的表现非常专业。
Manager Wang's performance was very professional.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
The term reflects the deep-rooted Chinese respect for academic and vocational mastery. Since the resumption of the National College Entrance Exam (Gaokao) in 1977, choosing a 'good' `专业` has been seen as the most critical life decision for young people and their families.
The 'Major' Question
When meeting Chinese students, asking '你的专业是什么？' is the ultimate icebreaker. It's much more common than asking 'What do you do for fun?'
Don't over-sarcastic
While you can use it jokingly, be careful. Calling someone 'professional' when they fail might come off as mean rather than funny.
15 सेकंड में
- Means 'professional' or a college 'major'.
- Used as a high compliment for skill and competence.
- Common in both workplace and academic settings.
What It Means
专业 (zhuānyè) is a powerhouse word in Chinese. At its heart, it describes someone or something that is highly skilled and disciplined. Think of it as the difference between a home cook and a Michelin-star chef. In a university setting, it also refers to your 'major' or 'field of study.' If you tell someone they are very 专业, you are giving them a massive thumbs-up for their competence.
How To Use It
You can use it as a noun or an adjective. As a noun, ask someone: 'What is your 专业?' As an adjective, add 很 (hěn) before it to say someone is 'very professional.' It is not just about wearing a suit. It is about the quality of the work. You can even use it for hobbies. If your friend takes incredible photos, tell them they look 专业!
When To Use It
Use it in the office when a colleague nails a presentation. Use it at school when talking about what you study. It is perfect for reviews too. If a plumber fixes your sink in ten minutes, leave a review saying they are 专业. It is a safe, positive, and respectful word for almost any situation involving skill.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it to describe someone's personality in a 'cold' way. In English, 'professional' can sometimes mean 'distant' or 'unfriendly.' In Chinese, 专业 is almost always a compliment about ability. Also, do not use it for basic life skills. You would not call someone 专业 for knowing how to tie their shoes. That just sounds sarcastic and a bit weird!
Cultural Background
In China, being 'specialized' is highly respected. The term comes from the idea of focusing your 'karma' or 'work' on one specific craft. There is a famous saying: 'There are masters in every profession.' Calling someone 专业 acknowledges the years of 'bitter labor' they put into their craft. It is a nod to the Confucian value of self-improvement and mastery.
Common Variations
If you want to sound more casual, you can say 大牛 (dà niú), which means 'Big Cow' or a pro. For a very formal setting, you might use 职场人士 (zhíchǎng rénshì) for a professional person. But honestly, 专业 is the 'Little Black Dress' of Chinese vocabulary. It fits everywhere and never goes out of style.
इस्तेमाल की जानकारी
Very versatile. Use it as a noun for 'major' or an adjective for 'professional.' It is universally positive.
The 'Major' Question
When meeting Chinese students, asking '你的专业是什么？' is the ultimate icebreaker. It's much more common than asking 'What do you do for fun?'
Don't over-sarcastic
While you can use it jokingly, be careful. Calling someone 'professional' when they fail might come off as mean rather than funny.
The 'Pro' Look
In China, looking the part is half the battle. If you have all the right equipment for a hobby, people will call you `专业` even before they see you play!
उदाहरण
6你的专业是什么？
What is your major?
Standard way to ask what someone studies in college.
你照相的技术真专业！
Your photography skills are really professional!
Using the word to praise a hobby or skill.
王经理的表现非常专业。
Manager Wang's performance was very professional.
A high-level compliment in a corporate environment.
这家店的服务员很专业。
The waiters at this shop are very professional.
Commonly used in online reviews for good service.
只是去野餐，你穿得也太专业了吧！
We're just going for a picnic, you're dressed way too 'pro'!
Teasing someone for being over-equipped for a simple task.
张医生不仅医术高，态度也很专业。
Dr. Zhang not only has great medical skills but also a professional attitude.
Combines skill and demeanor in a respectful way.
खुद को परखो
Choose the correct word to ask someone about their university major.
你在大学学什么 ___？
In a university context, `专业` specifically refers to a major or field of study.
Compliment a chef on their cooking skills.
你做的菜味道很 ___。
Using `专业` here implies the food tastes like it was made by a trained expert.
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विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Formality of '专业'
Teasing a friend about their gear.
你太专业了！
Asking about a college major.
我的专业是中文。
Business performance review.
展现了专业水准。
When to use '专业'
University
Talking about majors
Office
Praising a report
Hobbies
Expert photography
Services
Reviewing a plumber
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालNot exactly. It refers to the field or the quality of work. For a job title, you would use 职业 (zhíyè).
You say 我的专业是历史 (Wǒ de zhuānyè shì lìshǐ).
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend without any issues.
Yes! 专业工具 (zhuānyè gōngjù) means professional-grade tools.
专业 is about expertise or a major, while 职业 (zhíyè) refers to your occupation or career path.
Yes, it often functions as a noun meaning 'major' or 'field,' as in 换专业 (huàn zhuānyè) - to change majors.
You can say 你打得真专业 (Nǐ dǎ de zhēn zhuānyè), meaning 'You play so professionally!'
It sounds a bit funny but cute. If a kid is very good at chess, calling them 专业 is a high compliment.
It's close, but 专家 (zhuānjiā) is the noun for 'an expert.' 专业 describes the nature of the work or the field.
Don't use it to mean 'business-like' in a negative way. Use 公事公办 if you mean 'strictly business' without emotion.
संबंधित मुहावरे
专家
Expert / Specialist
职业
Occupation / Career
水平
Level / Standard
靠谱
Reliable / Trustworthy
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