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talent

/ˈtalənt/

Meanings
  • noun

    A natural ability or skill that a person possesses.

    - "He has a great talent for painting."
    - "Her talent for singing has brought her international fame."
  • noun

    A person who has a particular talent or ability.

    - "The school has many talented students."
    - "He is a talented actor in the local theater."

Pronunciation
  1. /ˈtælənt/



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Rhymes
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balmment , charmment , harmoniment , pallment
Homonyms
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  1. Talent (en) : natural ability or skill

  2. Talent (fr) : load, cargo

  3. Talent (de) : skill, ability

  4. Talent (es) : capital, money


Homophones
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  1. Talent (fr) : load, cargo

  2. Talent (de) : skill, ability

  3. Talent (es) : capital, money


Variants
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talent , talented , talentless , talents , talent scout , talent scouts , talent show , talent shows , talent spotter
Forms
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talents, talented, more talented, most talented


Etymology
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Old French 'talant' or 'talentum' meaning 'capacity, ability'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'talent' comes from the Latin word 'talentum', which originally referred to a unit of weight.

  2. The ancient Greeks used the term 'talent' to refer to a unit of money.

  3. In the Bible, the term 'talent' is used to describe a large sum of money.

  4. The term 'talent show' originated from the ancient Greek practice of showcasing individuals with exceptional abilities.


Related Concepts
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  1. Skill: A developed ability or expertise in a particular area.

  2. Gift: A natural ability or talent that is bestowed upon a person.


Culture
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Talent has been a significant theme in literature, art, and music throughout history. It is often depicted as a gift or a natural ability that sets individuals apart from others. In art, the term 'talent' is used to describe an artist's skill or ability to create beautiful works.

How to Memorize "talent"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a person showcasing their talent, such as painting a beautiful landscape or playing a musical instrument.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'talent' with the image of a person excelling in a particular skill or ability.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Talent: A True Ability Nurtured Through Effort And Love' to remember the definition.


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