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skill

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /skɪl/

Forms: skills

skill means: An ability to do something well, usually developed through learning and practice.

noun

LEARNED ABILITYA2

An ability to do something well, usually developed through learning and practice.

  • Cooking is a useful skill.
  • He improved his writing skills at college.
  • The repair required considerable skill.

How to use it: skill at doing something (She showed great skill at repairing watches.); skill in something (The job requires skill in computer programming.)

Similar words: ability, expertise, proficiency

Common phrases: learn a skill, develop a skill, communication skills, skill at something

Questions about skill

What does skill mean?

An ability to do something well, usually developed through learning and practice.

What is skill in other languages?

Türkçe: beceri · Español: habilidad · Français: compétence · Deutsch: Fertigkeit · Italiano: abilità · 日本語: 技能

How do you pronounce skill?

It is pronounced /skɪl/.

How do you use skill in a sentence?

Cooking is a useful skill. He improved his writing skills at college.

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