HSK · Level 70
75 words
Chinese word
功底
Pronunciation
Pinyingōng dǐ
Meaning
- nounfoundation
Example
他的功底很深，唱歌很稳。tā de gōng dǐ hěn shēn chàng gē hěn wěn
His foundation is very solid, so he sings very steadily.
More examples
他的写作功底明显，文章结构严谨。tā de xiě zuò gōng dǐ míng xiǎn wén zhāng jié gòu yán jǐn
His writing foundation is evident, and his article is tightly structured.
Core concept
The underlying store of trained ability that makes a skill reliable.
Common phrases
写作功底xiě zuò gōng dǐ
writing foundation
语言功底yǔ yán gōng dǐ
language foundation
功底深厚gōng dǐ shēn hòu
strong foundation
表演功底biáo yǎn gōng dǐ
performance foundation
Similar words
基础jī chǔ: The fundamental knowledge and ability on which learning or skill development begins.
底子dǐ zi: The underlying knowledge, ability, or preparation that gives later work a base.
功力gōng lì: The strength of technique and degree of mastery formed through sustained practice.
底蕴dǐ yùn: The inner depth of cultural knowledge and learning gathered over a long period.
Definition in Chinese
指个人在艺术、技能或学问方面通过练习和积累形成的基础能力。zhǐ gè rén zài yì shù jì néng huò xué wèn fāng miàn tōng guò liàn xí hé jī lěi xíng chéng de jī chǔ néng lì
Word origin
In 功底 (gōngdǐ, "skill foundation"), 功 (gōng, "skill or achievement") is placed above 底 (dǐ, "base"), creating the image of ability resting on a solid lower layer.
Usage tips
- In everyday conversation, the word commonly assesses the training behind an artistic or technical performance rather than describing a physical base.