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Skilful: meaning, definitions and examples

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skilful

 

[ หˆskษชlfษ™l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

ability to perform

Skilful describes a person who possesses a high level of skill or competence in a particular area. This term is often used to praise individuals who demonstrate expertise, dexterity, or proficiency in their actions or tasks. A skilful person is typically able to navigate challenges and execute tasks with precision and efficiency. The quality of being skilful can apply to both physical abilities, such as sports and crafts, as well as mental capacities, like problem-solving and decision-making.

Synonyms

adept, capable, expert, proficient, talented.

Examples of usage

  • She is a skilful musician, able to perform complex pieces effortlessly.
  • His skilful handling of the situation earned him the respect of his colleagues.
  • The artist's skilful brushwork brought the painting to life.
  • They need a skilful negotiator for the upcoming talks.

Translations

Translations of the word "skilful" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น habilidoso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅเคถเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช geschickt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ terampil

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัƒะผั–ะปะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zrฤ™czny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็†Ÿ็ทดใ—ใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท habile

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hรกbil

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท becerikli

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋Šฅ์ˆ™ํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุงู‡ุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลกikovnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลกikovnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็†Ÿ็ปƒ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ spretno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fรฆr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะตะฑะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒ˜แƒญแƒ˜แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bacarฤฑqlฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hรกbil

Etymology

The word 'skilful' originated from the Old Norse word 'skil', which means 'discernment' or 'understanding'. Its roots can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word '*skilล', denoting the action of dividing or distinguishing, emphasizing the idea of personal capability and proficiency. Over time, 'skil' evolved into various forms in different Germanic languages, leading to the modern English term 'skill', paired with the suffix '-ful', which indicates 'full of' or 'characterized by'. The combination denotes someone who is full of skill or exhibits a high degree of skillfulness in their endeavors. 'Skilful' became widely used in English around the late Middle Ages, reflecting the social context where mastery in various trades and arts was highly valued.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,933, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.