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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
天分tiānfènnatural giftHSK 7, unknown, 8 strokes, rank #6833, Very Hard
天分tiānfèntalentHSK 7, unknown, 8 strokes, rank #6833, Very Hard
tiānfèn(tian1fen4)tian fen T1
  1. 1natural gift
  2. 2talent
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March 24, 2026

天分tiānfèn(tian1fen4)

天分 (tiānfèn) refers to a natural talent or gift that a person possesses without needing to practice extensively. It is often used in contexts where someone's innate abilities stand out, such as in art, music, or sports, suggesting that some people are born with certain advantages that contribute to their success.

Strokes8Frequency#6833DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, recognizing someone's 天分 often comes with a sense of responsibility to develop that talent. This is evident in the emphasis on education and mentorship, where natural gifts are nurtured through hard work and dedication.

Memory tip

Think of 天 (tiān) as 'sky' and 分 (fèn) as 'divided'—imagine that talents are gifts dropped from the sky. When you have a 天分, it feels like you've been given a special piece of the sky that sets you apart, making it easier to excel in certain fields.

Meanings of 天分

tiānfèn(tian1fen4)
1natural gift
2talent
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天分Simplified
8Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Quick Contrast

天赋 (tiānfù) refers to a natural endowment or innate ability, while 天分 (tiānfèn) emphasizes the aspect of talent that stands out without extensive practice. Use 天分 when highlighting a person's notable talent in a specific context.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 天分 with 学问 (xuéwèn), which means knowledge or learning. 天分 is typically used in informal contexts when discussing someone's natural abilities, so avoid using it in overly formal settings. Be sure to use it in a positive context, as it highlights someone's strengths.

HSK Study Tips

Although 天分 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects with other words related to talent and ability, such as 能力 (nénglì) and 才能 (cáinéng). Students should focus on pronunciation and the subtle variations in meaning between these terms to enhance their understanding of abilities.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 天分 with 经验 (jīngyàn), which means experience. For example, saying '他的天分来自经验' (His talent comes from experience) is incorrect; it should be '他的天分是与生俱来的' (His talent is innate).

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Component characters

天tiānday
HSK 14 strokes大
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分fēnto divide
HSK 14 strokes刀
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How to say natural gift in Chinese

“natural gift” in Chinese is天分tiānfèn

天分 (tiānfèn) refers to a natural talent or gift that a person possesses without needing to practice extensively. It is often used in contexts where someone's innate abilities stand out, such as in art, music, or sports, suggesting that some people are born with certain advantages that contribute to their success.

When to use 天分

Common mistakes include confusing 天分 with 学问 (xuéwèn), which means knowledge or learning. 天分 is typically used in informal contexts when discussing someone's natural abilities, so avoid using it in overly formal settings. Be sure to use it in a positive context, as it highlights someone's strengths.

天分 or something close to it

天赋 (tiānfù) refers to a natural endowment or innate ability, while 天分 (tiānfèn) emphasizes the aspect of talent that stands out without extensive practice. Use 天分 when highlighting a person's notable talent in a specific context.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 天分 with 经验 (jīngyàn), which means experience. For example, saying '他的天分来自经验' (His talent comes from experience) is incorrect; it should be '他的天分是与生俱来的' (His talent is innate).

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You can say, '她的音乐天分很高,' meaning 'Her musical talent is very high.'

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