Adroite (en. Clever)

[a.dʁwat]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

adjective

Definition: One who demonstrates skill in a particular field.

Example Sentence: She is skillful in photography.

Elle est adroite en photographie.

Definition: Refers to a person who knows how to act with finesse and competence.

Example Sentence: This craftsman is very skillful in his work.

Cet artisan est très adroit dans son travail.

Definition: Indicates an ability to solve problems cleverly.

Example Sentence: His skillful response to the question impressed everyone.

Sa réponse adroite à la question a impressionné tout le monde.

Etymology/Origin: Derived from the Latin 'adroitus', which means 'right' or 'right side'.

Phrase: to have skill

Meaning: To be skillful in one's actions.

avoir de l'adresse

Phrase: to act with skill

Meaning: To demonstrate competence and tact.

agir avec adresse

Phrase: to be skillful with one's hands

Meaning: To have manual dexterity.

être adroit de ses mains

Related Word: skill

Description: Ability to maneuver skillfully.

adresse

Related Word: dexterity

Description: Capacity to accomplish something expertly.

habileté

Related Word: agility

Description: Ability to move easily and quickly.

agilité

Slang Meaning: To be cunning in one's schemes.

Example: He is really skillful at getting out of complicated situations.

Il est vraiment adroit pour se sortir de situations compliquées.

Slang Meaning: To be shrewd in business.

Example: This businessman is very skillful; he always knows where to invest.

Ce businessman est très adroit, il sait toujours où investir.