のがじょうず

JLPT Level: N5

Meanings

to be good at

to be proficient at

to be skilled at

Usage

V-るのが上手

V-辞書形のが上手

Explanation

Use のが上手 after the dictionary form of a verb to say someone is good at doing that action. The の nominalizes the verb, turning it into a thing that one is good at. It’s commonly used in casual or polite contexts with だ/です at the end. It contrasts with 下手 (not good at). Typical pattern: Verb (plain form) + のが上手 + だ/です. Examples: 彼は絵を描くのが上手だ。私は日本語を話すのが上手です。These constructions focus on ability or skill in performing the action rather than the action itself.

彼は絵を描くのが上手だ。

かれはえをかくのがじょうずだ。

He is good at drawing pictures.

私は料理を作るのが上手です。

わたしはりょうりをつくるのがじょうずです。

I am good at cooking.