bā​xiān​guò​hǎi​gè​xiǎn​qí​néng

to each show one's own unique talents

八仙过海,各显其能 八仙過海,各顯其能 bā​xiān​guò​hǎi​gè​xiǎn​qí​néng
to each show one's own unique talents
Literal meaning refers to the legend of the Eight Immortals crossing the sea, each using their own special power instead of a boat. Used as an idiom to describe a situation where each person in a group uses their own specific skills and methods to achieve a common goal or solve a problem.

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