Meaning
精良 describes something that is exceptionally well-made, high-quality, or refined. It combines 精 (fine, refined) and 良 (good, excellent) to emphasize superior craftsmanship, quality, or skill. This term is commonly used to describe manufactured goods, equipment, skills, or workmanship that exceeds ordinary standards.
Usage
精良 is typically used in formal or written contexts to praise the quality of objects, equipment, or skills. It frequently appears in descriptions of military equipment (武器装备精良), manufacturing (制作精良), or technical products. The word carries a positive connotation and suggests careful attention to detail and high standards.
Examples
- 01这家公司生产的电子产品制作精良，深受消费者喜爱。, .The electronic products manufactured by this company are of excellent quality and deeply loved by consumers.
- 02这支军队装备精良，训练有素。, .This military force is well-equipped and well-trained.
Characters
Common collocations
- 装备精良well-equipped
- 制作精良finely crafted, well-made
- 精良的武器superior weapons
- 技术精良excellent technique/technology
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters have ancient origins. 精 originally referred to refined rice or essence, later extending to mean refined or excellent quality. 良 depicted good grain and came to mean good or virtuous. Together they emphasize refined excellence.