(idiom) to know subordinates well and assign them to positions that match their specific talents and abilities

It is easy to recognize a person's face but difficult to understand their true character; do not trust people too easily. This idiom is often used with [[画虎画皮难画骨|画虎画皮难画骨|hua4 hu3 hua4 pi2 nan2 hua4 gu3]].

(literary) To evaluate a person by researching their historical background; also used to mean judging someone's character and discussing current affairs.

The ability to judge a person's character and capabilities; insight into human nature or talent.

the ability to judge a person's character and capabilities; an insightful assessment of people

(idiom) expert at appointing people according to their abilities; to put the right people in the right places

(idiom) those who understand others are clever, but those who know themselves are truly wise; a famous saying from the [[道德经|道德經|dao4 de2 jing1]]

To be in a state of coma or total lack of awareness; unable to perceive one's surroundings.