画家

がか

painter

JLPT N3

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

The word 画家 (huàjiā) specifically refers to a person who paints or draws professionally or as an artist. It is commonly used to describe painters in various styles, such as oil painting, watercolor, or traditional Chinese painting.

Common Contexts

画家 is often used in art-related conversations, exhibitions, and biographies. It emphasizes the professional or artistic identity of the person.

Collocations and Patterns

Usage Notes

When using 画家, the focus is on the person as an artist rather than just someone who draws casually. Avoid confusing 画家 with (huàshī), which can imply a more technical or commercial illustrator. 画家 carries an artistic and often professional connotation.

Example Sentences

He is a famous painter, skilled in oil painting.

Painters often express their emotions through their works.

This painter exhibited his latest works at the exhibition.