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adj B2 Upper-Intermediate

skilful

SKIHL-fuhl

Skilful (adj) means British spelling of skillful: showing a high level of ability or expertise. Example: “She gave a skilful performance on the violin.”

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British spelling of skillful: showing a high level of ability or expertise.
"She gave a skilful performance on the violin."

How to use skilful

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe British/Commonwealth spelling of "skillful."

UK vs US

"Skilful" is the standard British spelling; American English uses "skillful."

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Word forms

more skilful comparative, most skilful superlative

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What does “skilful” mean?

The word “skilful” means british spelling of skillful: showing a high level of ability or expertise. In plain terms, the British/Commonwealth spelling of "skillful.".

How do you pronounce “skilful”?

“Skilful” is pronounced SKIHL-fuhl (/ˈskɪlfəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “skilful” in a sentence?

Here is “skilful” used in a sentence: “She gave a skilful performance on the violin.”

What part of speech is “skilful”?

“Skilful” is an adjective.

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