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10 Language-to-English DictionariesSkill
/skɪl/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The ability to do something well, usually gained through training or experience.
"She has a remarkable skill in playing the piano." - 2
A particular ability or expertise in a specific area.
"His skill in negotiation helped close the deal."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'skill' originates from the Old Norse word 'skil', meaning 'distinction' or 'knowledge'. It evolved through Middle English, where it referred to the ability to perform tasks effectively, reflecting a shift from mere knowledge to practical application in various contexts.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Skill" is said worldwide
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Compétence
Transliteration: kɔ̃.pɛ.tɑ̃s
"Elle a une grande compétence en piano."
Fähigkeit
Transliteration: ˈfɛːɪɡkaɪt
"Er hat eine bemerkenswerte Fähigkeit im Klavierspielen."
Abilità
Transliteration: a.bi.liˈta
"Ha un'abilità straordinaria nel suonare il pianoforte."
Habilidad
Transliteration: a.bi.liˈðað
"Ella tiene una gran habilidad para tocar el piano."
Habilidade
Transliteration: a.bi.liˈda.dʒi
"Ela tem uma habilidade notável ao tocar piano."
कौशल
Transliteration: kaushal
"उसके पास पियानो बजाने का अद्भुत कौशल है।"
技能
Transliteration: jì néng
"她在弹钢琴方面有着非凡的技能。"
기술
Transliteration: gisul
"그녀는 피아노 연주에 뛰어난 기술을 가지고 있습니다."
スキル
Transliteration: sukiru
"彼女はピアノ演奏において素晴らしいスキルを持っています。"
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