エース (A2)
English: Ace
カタカナ: エース
IPA: /eɪs/
Definition
An exceptionally skilled person, especially in a particular field like aviation, sports, or academics.
意味: 特定の分野(航空、スポーツ、学問など)において、並外れた技能を持つ人。
Examples / 例文
She's a real ace when it comes to solving complex math problems. — She's a real ace when it comes to solving complex math problems.
The team's ace pitcher threw a no-hitter. — The team's ace pitcher threw a no-hitter.
He was an ace pilot during the war, known for his daring maneuvers. — He was an ace pilot during the war, known for his daring maneuvers.
エース in English
English translations of エース (ace):
How to Use Ace
- ace at (prepositional phrase)
- To be very good at something. — "He is an ace at playing chess."
- ace in the hole (idiom)
- A hidden advantage or resource that can be used at a critical moment. — "Her knowledge of the company's internal systems was her ace in the hole."
- ace up one's sleeve (idiom)
- A secret advantage or plan that one has kept hidden until needed. — "The lawyer revealed an ace up her sleeve during the trial."
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