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social skills

[ ˈsəʊʃəl skɪlz ]

Noun

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interpersonal communication

Social skills refer to the ability to interact with others in a positive and effective manner. This includes communication skills, emotional intelligence, empathy, and the ability to build and maintain relationships.

Synonyms

communication skills, interpersonal skills, people skills.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
social skills	These are abilities that help someone interact and communicate effectively with others in social settings, both casual and formal. Useful in broad social environments such as gatherings, parties, or community events. She has great social skills and always knows how to start a conversation at parties. Developing social skills can help you make new friends.
interpersonal skills	These encompass a range of abilities that enable someone to build and maintain positive relationships with others. Important in teamwork, conflict resolution, and customer service roles. Strong interpersonal skills can help resolve conflicts in the workplace. Her interpersonal skills make her a natural leader.
communication skills	These skills focus specifically on the ability to convey information clearly and effectively, both verbally and non-verbally. Important in professional settings, presentations, and everyday conversations. Effective communication skills are essential for team leaders. He worked on his communication skills to excel in his sales job.
people skills	Similar to interpersonal skills but more colloquial, this term refers to the ability to interact well with others, often emphasized in customer service and team-based environments. Good people skills are essential in a customer-facing job. His people skills helped him win the trust of his clients quickly.

Examples of usage

Having good social skills can help you succeed in both your personal and professional life.
Social skills are important for making new friends and networking.
Effective social skills involve active listening and understanding non-verbal cues.

Translations

Translations of the word "social skills" in other languages:

🇵🇹 habilidades sociais

🇮🇳 सामाजिक कौशल

🇩🇪 soziale Fähigkeiten

🇮🇩 keterampilan sosial

🇺🇦 соціальні навички

🇵🇱 umiejętności społeczne

🇯🇵 社会的スキル

🇫🇷 compétences sociales

🇪🇸 habilidades sociales

🇹🇷 sosyal beceriler

🇰🇷 사회적 기술

🇸🇦 المهارات الاجتماعية

🇨🇿 sociální dovednosti

🇸🇰 sociálne zručnosti

🇨🇳 社交技巧

🇸🇮 socialne veščine

🇮🇸 félagsleg færni

🇰🇿 әлеуметтік дағдылар

🇬🇪 სოციალური უნარები

🇦🇿 sosial bacarıqlar

🇲🇽 habilidades sociales

Etymology

The concept of social skills dates back to early psychological research on human behavior and interaction. It has been recognized as a crucial aspect of socialization and adaptation to society. Over time, the importance of social skills has become more prominent in various fields, including education, psychology, and business.