人材

talent, capable person

d͡ʑ ĩ n d͡z a̠ i
person, people + material
noun Rare #40,702
talent, capable person
JA: 会社は優秀な人材を求めています。
EN: The company is looking for talented people.

みな貴重な人材だった君のお母さんも優れた教師素晴らしい人だ

Mina was a valuable asset. Your mother was also an excellent teacher and a wonderful person.

— グッバイ、レーニン! (2003)

俺が捜してた人材

You're exactly the kind of talent I've been looking for.

— エリート・スクワッド (2007)

我々は交渉できる人材がほしい

We want people who can negotiate with customers.

— きっと、うまくいく (2009)

彼は会社にとって重要な人材

He is an important asset to the company.

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