talented
word · lemma: talent
/ˈtæɫəntɪd/
TAL-uhn-tid
/tˈæləntɪd/
TAL-uhn-tid
Definition
Having a natural ability to do something well, especially in art, music, sports, or another skill. It describes someone who is very good at something, often more than most people.
Usage & Nuances
Common and positive adjective. Often followed by 'at' or used before a noun: 'talented at math', 'a talented singer'. It suggests natural ability, but people also use it for someone who became very skilled through practice. Stronger and more specific than 'good'.
Spanish: talentoso - con talentoPortuguese (BR): talentoso - habilidosoPortuguese (PT): talentoso - dotadoChinese (Simplified): 有才华的 - 有天赋的Chinese (Traditional): 有才華的 - 有天賦的Hindi: प्रतिभाशाली - हुनरमंदArabic: موهوب - ذو موهبةBengali: প্রতিভাবানRussian: талантливыйJapanese: 才能があるVietnamese: tài năngKorean: 재능 있는Turkish: yetenekliUrdu: با صلاحیت - با ہنرIndonesian: berbakat
Example Sentences
She is a talented singer.
basic
My brother is talented at drawing.
basic
She’s young, but she’s incredibly talented.
natural
They hired a talented chef.
basic
He’s one of the most talented people on the team.
natural
You’re really talented — you should keep doing this.
natural