JLPT · Level 165
15 words
Japanese word
精巧
Pronunciation
Romajiseikō
Meaning
- na-adjectiveelaborate
Example
この模型は精巧です。ko no mo kei wa sei kō de su
This model is elaborate.
More examples
この時計は小さな部品まで精巧に作られています。ko no tokei wa chii sa na bu hin ma de sei kō ni tsuku ra re te i ma su
Even the small parts of this watch are crafted with great precision.
Core concept
Refers to an object whose small details are carefully and skillfully formed, making it intricate and finely finished.
Common phrases
精巧な細工sei kō na sai ku
elaborate craftsmanship
精巧な装飾sei kō na sō shoku
elaborate decoration
精巧に再現するsei kō ni sai gen su ru
reproduce in intricate detail
Similar words
精密seimitsu: Describes an object built with highly accurate measurements and carefully made parts.
緻密chimitsu: Describes an object with densely arranged details that create a well-ordered structure.
精緻seichi: Describes an object whose fine details have a refined and delicate finish.
Definition in Japanese
細かな部分までよく工夫され、巧みに仕上がっているさま。koma ka na bu bun ma de yo ku ku fū sa re taku mi ni shi a ga tte i ru sa ma
Word origin
The compound 精巧 (seikō) joins 精 (sei, "refined") with 巧 (kō, "skillful") to describe refined craftsmanship.
Usage tips
- In technical and craft contexts, 精巧 (seikō) commonly highlights the precise construction of models, machines, and other tangible objects.
Other meanings
- intricatena-adjective
- exquisitena-adjective
Opposites
- 粗雑sozatsucrudena-adjective
Related words
- 精巧さseikōsaintricacynoun