What is the Spanish word for "skill"?

Learn how to say "skill" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

skill

Spanish

habilidad

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Alternative translations of "skill"

destreza
capacidad
talento
maña

Examples of how to use "skill" in Spanish

English
Cooking is a very useful skill.
Spanish
Cocinar es una habilidad muy útil.
English
Cooking is a useful skill.
Spanish
Cocinar es una habilidad útil.
English
Her skill impressed the whole team.
Spanish
La habilidad de ella impresionó a todo el equipo.
English
He practiced daily to build skill.
Spanish
Practicaba a diario para desarrollar una habilidad.
English
Listening well is an important skill.
Spanish
Escuchar bien es una habilidad importante.

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