鬼才

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 鬼才 (きさい) combines demon 鬼 and talent 才 figuratively to denote extraordinary, unconventional genius.
• Basic usage: It praises a person with exceptional creative ability in a field such as film or music.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Genius, not a frightening person
  • The 鬼 in 鬼才 intensifies remarkable talent figuratively and does not identify a literal demon.