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발군지재 拔群之才
A talent so extraordinary that it stands head and shoulders above everyone else in a group.
발군지재 (拔群之才) means "A talent so extraordinary that it stands head and shoulders above everyone else in a group.". The idiom is composed of four characters: 'Bal' (拔) meaning to pull or pluck, 'Gun' (群) meaning a cr
1 Meaning
발군지재 (拔群之才) means “A talent so extraordinary that it stands head and shoulders above everyone else in a group.”.
Balgun-jijae (拔群之才) refers to a person possessing such exceptional talent that they seem to be plucked or pulled out from the crowd. It is a metaphor for a person of remarkable ability who shines brilliantly among their peers.
2 Examples
A high-stakes idol audition with hundreds of hopeful candidates.
Instead of following popular trends, a trainee showcases a completely original vocal style and self-choreographed performance.
A major project meeting where even senior staff are struggling to find a breakthrough.
A new employee proposes a creative, high-efficiency solution that no one else had even considered.
A routine school club activity where most students are just passing the time.
A quiet student who has been honing their craft in private wins a national competition with an overwhelming score.
A competitive pitching day for tech startup founders.
An entrepreneur presents a revolutionary algorithm that shatters existing technical limitations, instantly capturing investor attention.
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3 Origin
4 Key Lessons
True talent is impossible to hide and will eventually reveal itself to the world.
Cultivating your own unique 'color' is the best way to stand out in a world of conformity.
A person of true skill proves their worth through performance, naturally rising above the crowd.
5 English Expression
English Vocabulary
amplify
증폭시키다, 확대하다
"This microphone is designed to amplify your natural voice."
clarify
분명하게 하다, 밝히다
"Could you please clarify your point so I can understand better?"
plot twist
예상치 못한 반전
"The movie ended with a huge plot twist that no one saw coming."
tune out
무시하다, 듣지 않다
"He tried to tune out the noise from the construction site."
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