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 notesIn 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
- Comparative
- more skilful
- Superlative
- most skilful
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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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