Aptitude (en. Aptitude)

/ap.ti.dyd/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Specific capacity to succeed in an activity.

He has a particular aptitude for mathematics.

Il a une aptitude particulière pour les mathématiques.

Quality that allows for the efficient completion of a task.

His aptitude for teamwork is remarkable.

Son aptitude au travail d'équipe est remarquable.

Predisposition to acquire skills or knowledge.

She has always shown an aptitude for languages.

Elle a toujours montré une aptitude pour les langues.

From the Latin 'aptitudo', meaning 'disposition, habit'.

to have an aptitude for something

Being gifted in a particular activity or field.

avoir de l'aptitude pour quelque chose

aptitude test

Assessment of a person's skills or abilities.

test d'aptitude

natural aptitude

Innate ability to excel in a field.

aptitude naturelle

capacity

Quality of being able to act or do something.

capacité

talent

Ability or aptitude to excel in an artistic, sports, or intellectual activity.

talent

skill

Know-how, skill in a particular area.

compétence

Exceptional aptitude

He really has the gift; it's an exceptional aptitude.

Il a vraiment le don, c'est une aptitude exceptionnelle.

Being an ace

She is an ace in graphic design; her aptitude is evident.

Elle est un as en graphisme, son aptitude est évidente.