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10 Language-to-English DictionariesFähigkeit
Pronunciation / Transliteration: ˈfɛːɪɡkaɪt
"Er hat eine bemerkenswerte Fähigkeit im Klavierspielen."
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 a learned ability, reflecting the historical importance of craftsmanship and expertise in various trades.
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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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