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artful in Spanish

artful in Spanish is diestro, habiloso, hábil — artful means clever and skilful, often in a way that shows careful thought or design.

artful in Spanish

diestro
adj
Exhibiting or using much art or skill; dexterous; skilful.
habiloso
adj
Exhibiting or using much art or skill; dexterous; skilful.
hábil
adj
Exhibiting or using much art or skill; dexterous; skilful.
ingenioso
adj
Exhibiting or using much art or skill; dexterous; skilful.
artero
adj
(especially) Skilful at using dishonest or unfair means to achieve a purpose; crafty, cunning.
astuto
adj
(especially) Skilful at using dishonest or unfair means to achieve a purpose; crafty, cunning.
ladino
adj
(especially) Skilful at using dishonest or unfair means to achieve a purpose; crafty, cunning.
taimado
adj
(especially) Skilful at using dishonest or unfair means to achieve a purpose; crafty, cunning.

What does "artful" mean?

  1. adj Clever and skilful, often in a way that shows careful thought or design.
    "The novel is full of artful twists that keep readers guessing."
  2. adj Cunning or crafty, especially in getting one's own way.
    "He gave an artful excuse that somehow satisfied everyone."

artful in a sentence

  • The novel is full of artful twists that keep readers guessing.
  • He gave an artful excuse that somehow satisfied everyone.

Similar words in Spanish

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Frequently asked questions

What is "artful" in Spanish?

"artful" in Spanish is diestro, habiloso, hábil. artful means: Clever and skilful, often in a way that shows careful thought or design.

How do you use "artful" in a sentence?

Example: "The novel is full of artful twists that keep readers guessing." In Spanish, "artful" is diestro, habiloso, hábil.

Are there other ways to say "artful" in Spanish?

Yes — Spanish has 8 translations listed for "artful": diestro, habiloso, hábil, ingenioso, artero, astuto.

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