noun · A2 · Very Often · both

skills

навыки

Meaning of skills

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EN-UK/ə ˈskɪlz/
EN-US/ə ˈskɪlz/
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skills with Russian translation

skills usage examples

🇷🇺RU🇬🇧EN

Она улучшила языковые навыки, работая волонтёром.

She improved her language skills by volunteering.

🇷🇺RU🇬🇧EN

Перечислите компьютерные навыки в начале резюме.

List computer skills at the top of your CV.

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skills belongs to the topic "Interview and Resume". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

skillsнавыки
studentстудент
examэкзамен
homeworkдомашняя работа
answer questionsотвечать на вопросы
ask questionsзадавать вопросы
deskписьменный стол

skills synonyms

Related words worth learning together

competence
Ability to meet standards in a role; combines skills and knowledge.
proficiency
Indicates a high level of skill or mastery in a specific area.
capability
Potential or actual capacity to perform tasks or functions.
experience
Refers to practical, often accumulated, experience rather than isolated skills.
knowledge
Theoretical understanding or information rather than practical skill.
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🇬🇧en

Ability to meet standards in a role; combines skills and knowledge.

B2Often

She demonstrated competence in project management.

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proficiency

Indicates a high level of skill or mastery in a specific area.

B2Often

She has proficiency in Excel.

🇬🇧en

Potential or actual capacity to perform tasks or functions.

B1Often

The team has the capability to deliver on time.

🇬🇧en

Refers to practical, often accumulated, experience rather than isolated skills.

B1Very Often

He has five years' experience in sales.

🇬🇧en

Theoretical understanding or information rather than practical skill.

A2Very Often

He has good knowledge of marketing principles.

Q
🇬🇧en
qualifications

Formal credentials or certifications rather than general skills.

B1Often

Check the qualifications required for the role.

🇬🇧en

Deep, specialized knowledge and skill in a specific domain.

B2Often

Her expertise is in data analysis.

🇬🇧en

Practical methods and applied knowledge — how to do something effectively.

B2Often

The candidate has the know-how to run the factory.

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aptitude

Natural tendency or talent for a particular type of activity.

B1Rarely

She showed an aptitude for languages.

🇬🇧en

A strong point or asset, often one particular skill or quality.

A2Often

Communication is one of his strengths.

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skills meaning: what does it mean?

abilities

skills pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

skills is pronounced as /ə ˈskɪlz/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

skills definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

She improved her language skills by volunteering. Translation: Она улучшила языковые навыки, работая волонтёром.

Is skills part of Interview and Resume vocabulary?

Yes, skills (навыки) can be learned in the Interview and Resume topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is skills part of Study and Work vocabulary?

Yes, skills (навыки) can be learned in the Study and Work topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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