skillfully
gb/skˈɪlfəli/ us/skˈɪlfəli/
B2
Engels
ügyesen, mesterien, szakszerűen, diplomatikusan, taktikusan
B2
1
Gebruikspatroon:
skillfully [do/perform/make/handle] [something]
The surgeon skillfully completed the procedure in under an hour.
A sebész kevesebb mint egy óra alatt szakszerűen elvégezte a beavatkozást.
She skillfully blended the colors to create a realistic portrait.
Ügyesen keverte össze a színeket, hogy élethű portrét alkosson.
He skillfully repaired the broken hinge using only basic tools.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
He plays the piano skillfully.
Ügyesen zongorázik.
She skillfully cooked the fish.
Ügyesen elkészítette a halat.
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners sometimes use the adjective *skillful* where the adverb *skillfully* is needed (e.g., “He plays skillfully,” not “He plays skillful”). Also note UK spelling *skilfully*.
Betekenis
with a high level of skill
Woordcombinaties
skillfully crafted
|skillfully executed
|skillfully designed
|skillfully performed
|skillfully played
|skillfully made
|skillfully handled
|skillfully edited
|skillfully negotiated
|skillfully repaired
Synoniemen
expertly (Emphasizes a high level of expertise and experience.)
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deftly (Suggests quick, light, precise movements.)
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adroitly (Slightly more formal; highlights clever, effective technique.)
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competently (Focuses on meeting a good standard, not necessarily exceptional.)
Antoniemen
clumsily (With poor coordination or awkward movements.)
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ineptly (Showing a lack of ability or competence.)
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awkwardly (In an uncomfortable, unskilled, or ungainly way.)
Thema's
learning
|work
|arts
|sports
Definitie
in a way that shows you are good at something
In a way that shows good ability, training, or expertise in doing something.
C1
2
Gebruikspatroon:
skillfully [avoid/deflect/manage/navigate] [a topic/situation]
The spokesperson skillfully avoided answering the most controversial question.
A szóvivő diplomatikusan elkerülte, hogy válaszoljon a legvitatottabb kérdésre.
She skillfully managed the disagreement so the meeting stayed productive.
Ügyesen kezelte a nézeteltérést, így a megbeszélés eredményes maradt.
He skillfully framed the proposal as a win for both sides.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
She skillfully avoided the topic.
Ügyesen kerülte a témát.
He skillfully managed the conversation.
Ügyesen irányította a beszélgetést.
Veelgemaakte fout:
This meaning is about strategy or tact, not physical ability (e.g., “skillfully avoided the question” means ‘cleverly,’ not ‘quickly’).
Betekenis
in a tactful, strategic way
Woordcombinaties
skillfully avoided
|skillfully deflected
|skillfully navigated
|skillfully managed
|skillfully handled questions
|skillfully negotiated
|skillfully steered the conversation
|skillfully balanced
|skillfully framed
|skillfully addressed concerns
Synoniemen
tactfully (Focuses on not offending others.)
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shrewdly (Emphasizes practical, sharp judgment.)
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cleverly (Highlights intelligence and ingenuity, sometimes playfully.)
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diplomatically (Suggests careful language and negotiation, often in formal contexts.)
Antoniemen
tactlessly (In a way that is likely to offend or upset people.)
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clumsily (In a socially awkward or poorly managed way.)
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crudely (In a rough, insensitive, or unsophisticated way.)
Thema's
communication
|social
|business
|politics
Definitie
in a clever and careful way to get a good result
In a way that shows tact, strategy, or cleverness in managing people or situations.
Grammatica
Lemmavorm
skillfully
IPA
GB/skˈɪlfəli/
US/skˈɪlfəli/
Lettergrepen en klemtoon
skill - fully (2 lettergrepen)
Stress on 1st syllable (skill)
Woordvormen
Noun
- Base: skillfully
- Plural: skillfullies
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