noun

penmanship

Penmanship (noun) means a person's style or skill in handwriting. Example: “Her elegant penmanship made even her grocery lists look like art.”

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noun

A person's style or skill in handwriting.

"Her elegant penmanship made even her grocery lists look like art."

"The teacher praised his neat penmanship on the essay."

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In plain EnglishHow neatly or skillfully someone writes by hand.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Plural: penmanships

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Etymology

From pen + the suffix -manship (as in "craftsmanship"), meaning skill in a particular activity.

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Rhymes for penmanship

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Frequently asked questions

What does “penmanship” mean?

The word “penmanship” means a person's style or skill in handwriting. In plain terms, how neatly or skillfully someone writes by hand.

How do you use “penmanship” in a sentence?

Here is “penmanship” used in a sentence: “Her elegant penmanship made even her grocery lists look like art.”

What part of speech is “penmanship”?

“Penmanship” is a noun.

What is the meaning of penmanship?

"penmanship" (noun) means a person's style or skill in handwriting.

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