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skill

/skɪl/

Meanings
  • Noun

    The ability to learn or do something with ease and mastery.

  • Noun

    An aptitude or knack for a particular task or activity.


Pronunciation
  1. /skɪl/



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  2. /skɪl/



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Synonyms

ability , talent , split
Rhymes
Words rhyming with skill
pill , thrill , chill , mill , hill
Variants
List of all variants of skill that leads to same result
skil-lessnesses , skill , skill-less , skill-lessness , skill-lessnesses , skilless , skillessness , skills , skilled , skilling , skill set , skill sets , de-skill , de-skilled , de-skilling , de-skills , sub-skill , sub-skills , subskill , subskills
Etymology
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Old English 'scilan' meaning 'to be able, to know'.


Trivia
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  1. Did you know that the ancient Greeks believed that the gods bestowed skills upon humans?

  2. Skills are not limited to physical abilities - they can also refer to mental abilities, such as mathematics or language learning.

  3. The term 'skill' is often used interchangeably with the term 'competence'.

  4. The ability to ride a bicycle is a common example of a skill that requires both physical and mental coordination.


Related Concepts
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  1. Expertise: A high level of skill and knowledge in a particular area.

  2. Proficiency: The ability to use a skill effectively and efficiently.


Culture
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Skill has been a valued asset throughout history, often associated with craftsmanship, art, and personal achievement. It is a common theme in literature, with characters often striving to acquire new skills or mastering old ones.

How to Memorize "skill"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine yourself performing the skill with ease and grace.
    - Visualize the steps involved in mastering the skill.
    - Visualize yourself receiving praise for your skill.

  2. associate

    - Associate the skill with a strong memory trigger, such as a color, a song, or a specific location.
    - Associate the skill with a positive emotion or experience to make it more memorable.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use acronyms, rhymes, or other mnemonic devices to help remember the steps involved in the skill.
    - Create a story or narrative to help remember the information associated with the skill.


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