Used to show that a result happens only after a specific condition is met, or later than expected.

Used to show that an action has only just happened, meaning "just now" or "only a moment ago".

(bound form) talent; remarkable ability; gift

Used to add emphasis to a statement, often to express certainty or to contradict someone else.

Used before a number or expression of quantity to mean "only" or "merely".

(bound form) a person of specific talent or ability, as in 天才 tiān​cái or 干才 gàn​cái

(bound form) a person of a certain, often negative, type or character, as in 奴才 nú​cai or 庸才 yōng​cái

a Chinese surname