aptitude
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Noun — A natural talent or ability for learning or doing something.
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Etymology
From Latin aptitudo, from aptus, "fit, suitable" — a doublet of attitude, which comes from the same Latin root by a different path.
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What does “aptitude” mean?
The word “aptitude” means a natural talent or ability for learning or doing something. In plain terms, a natural ability or knack for learning a particular skill.
How do you pronounce “aptitude”?
“Aptitude” is pronounced AP-tih-tyood (/ˈæptɪˌtjuːd/ in IPA).
How do you use “aptitude” in a sentence?
Here is “aptitude” used in a sentence: “She has a real aptitude for maths.”
What part of speech is “aptitude”?
“Aptitude” is a noun.
Where does the word “aptitude” come from?
The word “aptitude” comes from Latin. From Latin aptitudo, from aptus, "fit, suitable" — a doublet of attitude, which comes from the same Latin root by a different path.
Is “aptitude” a common word?
“Aptitude” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.