About "作家"
"作家" means a writer or author, especially one who creates literary works such as novels, essays, or poetry.
Usage
It is used to refer to professional or recognized writers. The term often appears in contexts related to literature, publishing, and cultural events.
Common Collocations
- 著名作家 (famous writer): highlights reputation.
- 小说作家 (novelist): specifies the genre.
- 作家协会 (writers' association): an organization of writers.
Notes
"作家" specifically refers to creators of written works, unlike "作者" which can mean any author including academic or article writers.