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skilled

skilled

Meaning of skilled

having ability

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British English/ˈskɪld/
American English/ˈskɪld/
Russian transcription[kvalʲɪfʲɪˈt͡sirovənnɨj]
skilled
skilled - квалифицированный
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skilled with Russian translation

skilled usage examples

🇷🇺Russian🇬🇧English

Он квалифицированный механик и быстро чинит машины.

He is a skilled mechanic who fixes cars quickly.

🇷🇺Russian🇬🇧English

Квалифицированный шеф-повар может полностью изменить меню на сезон.

A skilled chef can change the whole menu for a season.

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skilled belongs to the topic "Professions". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

skilledквалифицированный
childребёнок
studentстудент
examэкзамен
homeworkдомашняя работа
gradeоценка
onlineонлайн

skilled synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between skilled / qualified / proficient / skillful / trained / experienced

🇬🇧English
skilled

General term for someone who has learned and can perform a task well.

B2Very Often

He's a skilled carpenter who builds fine furniture.

Он квалифицированный плотник, который делает хорошую мебель.

🇬🇧English

Implies formal certification, meeting official requirements or having necessary credentials.

B2Often

She is qualified to teach primary school after completing her certification.

Она имеет квалификацию для преподавания в начальной школе после получения сертификата.

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🇬🇧English
proficient

Indicates a high degree of skill or competence acquired through practice; often used for language or technical skills.

C1Often

He is proficient in Excel and data analysis.

Он свободно работает в Excel и умеет анализировать данные.

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🇬🇧English
skillful

Emphasizes dexterity, technique or finesse in performing tasks; similar to 'skilled' but often about how something is done.

B2Often

A skillful negotiator can reach compromises quickly.

Искусный переговорщик быстро находит компромиссы.

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🇬🇧English
trained

Highlights having received training or instruction; focuses on the fact of training rather than innate ability.

B1Often

Only trained technicians should service the equipment.

Обслуживать оборудование должны только обученные техники.

🇬🇧English

Emphasizes length and variety of practice or on-the-job exposure rather than formal credentials.

B2Very Often

An experienced driver knows how to handle difficult road conditions.

Опытный водитель умеет справляться со сложными дорожными условиями.

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competent

Means adequate or satisfactory ability to meet standards; not necessarily exceptional or highly trained.

B2Often

She is competent at managing the office’s daily tasks.

Она компетентна в управлении повседневными задачами офиса.

🇬🇧English

Relates to occupation or someone who earns a living from a skill; can also mean behaving to a recognized standard.

B2Very Often

They hired a professional photographer for the event.

Они наняли профессионального фотографа для мероприятия.

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adept

Highly skilled or quick at doing something specific; often suggests ease and dexterity.

C1Rarely

She’s adept at negotiating difficult contracts.

Она искусна в ведении сложных переговоров по контрактам.

🇬🇧English

Someone with authoritative knowledge or very high skill level in a particular domain; more advanced than just 'skilled'.

B2Often

We consulted an expert on climate modeling.

Мы проконсультировались со специалистом по моделированию климата.

🇬🇧English

Indicates ability or potential to do something; does not necessarily imply practiced skill or certification.

B1Very Often

She’s capable of leading the small team effectively.

Она способна эффективно руководить небольшой командой.

🇬🇧English

Suggests long experience and steadiness in a role; often used for someone tested by time and many situations.

C1Rarely

A seasoned campaigner knows how to handle crises.

Опытный кампейнер знает, как справляться с кризисами.

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How to pronounce skilled and what this word means

skilled translation: квалифицированный. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce skilled

/ˈskɪld/

skilled translation

квалифицированный

skilled examples

He is a skilled mechanic who fixes cars quickly.

skilled transcription

/ˈskɪld/, /ˈskɪld/

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Questions about this word

skilled meaning: what does it mean?

having ability

skilled pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

skilled is pronounced as /ˈskɪld/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

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

He is a skilled mechanic who fixes cars quickly. Translation: Он квалифицированный механик и быстро чинит машины.

Is skilled part of Professions vocabulary?

Yes, skilled (квалифицированный) can be learned in the Professions topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is skilled part of Study and Work vocabulary?

Yes, skilled (квалифицированный) 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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