技能
jì néngnoun★Intermediate
general
An ability or expertise acquired through training or experience, often in a specific field or activity.
这项技能需要长期练习才能掌握。
This skill requires long-term practice to master.
他拥有多种实用技能，比如烹饪和木工。
He has various practical skills, such as cooking and woodworking.
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Technical skills (技术技能) and soft skills (软技能) are common subcategories.
Collocations
技能树skill tree技能提升skill improvement技能培训skill training
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技能树phrase
a branching progression of skills in games
软技能phrase
soft skills (e.g., communication, leadership)
💡Pro Tip
Skill vs. Ability
技能 emphasizes learned expertise, while 能力 (ability) is more general.
⚡Gold Rule
Context Matters
In job descriptions, 技能 is often paired with specific tools or software (e.g., '熟练使用Photoshop的技能').
📖Word Origin
From 技 (skill, technique) + 能 (ability, capability).
📝Usage Notes
In professional contexts, 技能 often refers to job-specific competencies (e.g., 技术技能 for technical skills). In gaming, it may refer to in-game abilities.
Word Breakdown
技
skill, technique
root能
ability, capability
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