- 下笔千言 xiàbǐqiānyán to write with great speedto write a thousand words in one sitting; describes a person who has a quick mind and can produce lengthy text very rapidly
- 下笔成章 xiàbǐchéngzhāng to write with great speed and skillto write a perfect essay or poem in one go without the need for correction; describes someone with quick-witted literary talent or a flowing and agile pen
- 下笔如神 xiàbǐrúshén to write like an angelTo write with incredible speed and brilliance, as if guided by a god.
- 下笔成篇 xiàbǐchéngpiān to write like an angelTo write a finished essay or poem as soon as the pen touches the paper; used to describe someone who is highly talented and quick at writing.
- 下笔如有神 xiàbǐrúyǒushén to write with divine inspirationto write or paint with extraordinary skill and speed as if guided by a god
- 下笔有神 xiàbǐyǒushén to write like an angelTo write with great speed and brilliant creativity, as if aided by a god or spirit.