Dotes (en. Dowries)

/ˈdot.es/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Exceptional characteristics or skills that someone may have.

Her artistic talents led her to be recognized in the art world.

Sus dotes artísticas la llevaron a ser reconocida en el mundo del arte.

Attributes or qualities that are considered a gift.

You have musical talents that you should develop.

Tienes dotes para la música que deberías desarrollar.

Natural abilities that stand out in a person.

The teacher noticed that he had an aptitude for mathematics.

La maestra notó que él tenía dotes para las matemáticas.

From Latin 'dotes', which means 'dowry' or 'gift'.

to have talents

to possess special skills or talents.

tener dotes

leadership abilities

skills to lead or guide others.

dotes de mando

communication skills

ability to express oneself and convey ideas effectively.

dotes de comunicación

dowry

Gift or set of exceptional qualities of a person.

dote

talent

Innate or acquired ability to perform something well.

talento

skill

Ability to do something competently.

habilidad

When someone has talents for something, it is often said that they have a 'gift' for that activity.

That girl has a 'gift' for dancing.

Esa chica tiene un 'don' para bailar.

'Dotes' is sometimes used in the sense of 'special skills' in informal contexts.

He has singing talents, you should listen to him.

Él tiene dotes para el canto, deberías escucharlo.