Definitions
n. an ability to do something well, developed through practice
技能；技巧；本领
Example
Baking good bread takes patience and a little skill.
烤出好面包需要耐心和一点技巧。
Schools should teach practical skills that help young people manage money and communicate effectively.
学校应教授实用技能，帮助年轻人管理金钱并进行有效沟通。
Collocations
- communication skills
- practical skills
- develop a skill
- skill in doing something
Word family
- skilled (adj.)
- skilful (adj.)
- skilfully (adv.)
- unskilled (adj.)
Synonyms
- ability
- expertise
Usage tip
具体技能可数；泛指熟练程度时常不可数。
FAQ
- What does skill mean?
- an ability to do something well, developed through practice
- How is skill pronounced?
- UK /skɪl/, US /skɪl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
