skill

noun
UK: /skɪl/
US: /skɪl/

  1. The ability to do something well; expertise.

    1. She has good skill at drawing animals and portraits. [ ] [ ]
    2. With practice, you will develop the skill to solve complex math problems. [ ] [ ]

  2. A particular ability that someone develops through training and experience.

    1. He improved his computer skill by taking online courses. [ ] [ ]
    2. Effective communication skill is essential for success in many professional fields. [ ] [ ]

  3. Cleverness or ability, often of a practical kind.

    1. It takes skill to fix a broken watch like this antique one. [ ] [ ]
    2. Negotiation requires a certain skill in reading people and understanding their needs. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

ability competence aptitude talent knack expertise proficiency
skill verb

  1. To train or develop proficiency in a particular area.

    1. She skills in tennis every day to improve her game. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company skills its employees to use the new software efficiently. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "skill" in English means: The ability to do something well; expertise., A particular ability that someone develops through training and experience., Cleverness or ability, often of a practical kind..

The phonetic transcription of "skill" is /skɪl/ in British English and /skɪl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "skill": ability, competence, aptitude, talent, knack, expertise, proficiency.

Example usage of "skill": "She has good skill at drawing animals and portraits.". More examples on the page.