The word 人才 is formed by combining two characters: 人 (rén), meaning "person" or "human", and 才 (cái), meaning "talent", "ability", or "innate quality". Conceptually, it is a straightforward semantic compound where the first character defines the category (a person) and the second specifies the essential, valuable attribute (talent). This fusion creates a single, cohesive concept meaning "a talented person" or "human talent", representing the idea of an individual whose inherent capabilities make them a valuable asset.