skillful
word
Definition
Someone who is skillful does something very well, showing ability and expertise. It describes people who are good at using their knowledge or hands to achieve good results.
Usage & Nuances
'Skillful' is formal or neutral. Common with jobs, crafts, sports, or hands-on activities ('a skillful carpenter', 'skillful negotiation'). Don't confuse with 'skilled' (means trained/has experience) or 'skilful' (British spelling).
Spanish: hábil - diestroPortuguese (BR): habilidoso - competentePortuguese (PT): habilidoso - competenteChinese (Simplified): 熟练的 - 技艺高超的Chinese (Traditional): 熟練的 - 技藝高超的Hindi: कुशल - माहिरArabic: بارع - ماهر
Example Sentences
The chef is very skillful with a knife.
basic
She is a skillful painter.
basic
He gave a skillful answer to the difficult question.
basic
You have to be really skillful to solve that puzzle so fast.
natural
Her skillful hands fixed the broken watch in minutes.
natural
He’s a skillful negotiator who knows how to close a deal.
natural