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    Habiles (en. Skillful)

    /a.bi.l/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Who has skill or competence in their actions.
    He is very skilled in the kitchen.
    Il est très habile en cuisine.
    Who knows how to act with finesse and intelligence.
    She skillfully negotiated the terms of the contract.
    Elle a su négocier habilement les termes du contrat.
    Who shows dexterity.
    A skilled craftsman can create remarkable works.
    Un artisan habile peut créer des œuvres remarquables.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'habile', derived from Latin 'habilis' which means 'fit, capable'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    enter the game
    To actively participate in a situation or discussion.
    entrer dans le jeu
    to be skilled with one's hands
    To have great manual talent.
    être habile de ses mains
    to act with skill
    To act in an intelligent and deft manner.
    agir avec habileté

    Related Words

    capability
    Right or power to act in a certain area.
    habilité

    Slang Meanings

    To have flair
    He really has a flair for business.
    Il a vraiment du flair pour les affaires.
    To be in the know
    She is always in the know when it comes to fashion.
    Elle est toujours dans le coup en matière de mode.