World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionaries只会一招的人
Pronunciation / Transliteration: zhǐ huì yì zhāo de rén
"他不想只做一个只会一招的人。"
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A person, thing, or organization that is proficient, successful, or useful in only one particular area.
"Although her first novel was a bestseller, critics feared she might turn out to be a one-trick-pony."
- 1
Having only one special skill, feature, or area of competence; lacking versatility.
"The software is a one-trick-pony solution that fails to handle complex enterprise needs."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the American circus and vaudeville traditions of the late 19th century, where traveling animal acts featured a performing pony that could perform only a single distinct trick. Over time, the phrase transitioned metaphorically from literal performing animals to describe people, products, or ideas proficient in only one particular area.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "One-trick-pony"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "One-trick-pony" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
artiste à numéro unique
Transliteration: artist ah nu-meh-ro u-neek
"Il a prouvé qu'il n'était pas un artiste à numéro unique."
Ein-Nummern-Pferd
Transliteration: ayn-noom-mern-pfaird
"Nach dem großen Erfolg muss das Unternehmen zeigen, dass es kein Ein-Nummern-Pferd ist."
artista da un sol numero
Transliteration: ar-tee-sta da oon sol nu-me-ro
"Non voglio essere considerato un one-trick-pony nella mia carriera."
artista de un solo número
Transliteration: ar-tees-ta de un so-lo nu-me-ro
"Demostró que no es un artista de un solo número con su segundo disco."
cavalo de um truque só
Transliteration: ka-va-lu dji oom troo-kee so
"A empresa precisa inovar para não ser vista como um cavalo de um truque só."
एक ही हुनर जानने वाला
Transliteration: ek hi hunar janne wala
"वह सिर्फ एक ही हुनर जानने वाला कलाकार नहीं है।"
只会一招的人
Transliteration: zhǐ huì yì zhāo de rén
"他不想只做一个只会一招的人。"
재주가 하나뿐인 사람
Transliteration: jae-ju-ga ha-na-ppun-in sa-ram
"그는 단순한 재주가 하나뿐인 사람이 아님을 증명했다."
一発屋
Transliteration: ippatsuya
"彼は単なる一発屋ではなく、多彩な才能を持っている。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Chinese termsIntended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
The external, material, or corporeal manifestation of a person, object, or concept.
A person who leaves their native country or region to settle in another, considered specifically from the perspective of the place of origin.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "One-trick-pony"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.