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skill
A learned ability, competence, or skill in a particular area. The word comes from English and is often used in the context of work, technology, sports, or computer games.
Für diesen Job braucht man ausgezeichnete Kommunikations-Skills.
For this job, you need excellent communication skills.
'Skill' is a loanword from English. It is used especially in modern contexts such as the world of work, technology, or the gaming scene.
In seinem Lebenslauf listete er all seine digitalen Skills auf.
In his résumé, he listed all his digital skills.
'Skill' is often combined with an adjective to specify the type of ability. Common combinations are 'soziale Skills' (social skills), 'technische Skills' (technical skills), or 'kommunikative Skills' (communication skills).
Im Kundenservice sind kommunikative Skills besonders wichtig.
In customer service, communication skills are especially important.
Verbs that are frequently used with 'Skill' or 'Skills' describe the acquisition or possession of abilities. Typical examples are 'Skills haben' (to have skills), 'Skills erlernen' (to learn skills), or 'Skills verbessern' (to improve skills).
In diesem Kurs können Sie Ihre Programmier-Skills verbessern.
In this course, you can improve your programming skills.
ability
Fähigkeit is the general and neutral word for learned or existing ability. Skill also refers to a learned ability, but it sounds more strongly associated with a particular area and is often used in work, technology, sports, or computer games. In everyday situations, Fähigkeit is usually the better choice.
Im Computerspiel ist schnelles Reagieren ein wichtiger Skill.
In the computer game, reacting quickly is an important skill.
Die Fähigkeit, geduldig zuzuhören, ist im Alltag sehr wichtig.
The ability to listen patiently is very important in everyday life.
