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Talent

🇬🇧 UK //ˈtæl.ənt// 🇺🇸 US //ˈtæl.ənt//

Meaning of Talent

A natural ability to be good at something, especially skills like music, art, or sports.

In simple words: A natural ability to do something well.

Talent in a sentence

• She has a natural talent for playing the piano.
• His artistic talent was recognized at a young age.
• Many people believe that talent is more important than hard work.
• The competition is fierce; only those with real talent will win.
• Finding your true talent can take time and exploration.

How to use Talent

Use 'talent' when referring to a special ability, such as in music or sports. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'talent' as a tall tent where people gather to show their amazing abilities.

Related words

Collocations with Talent

• natural talent
• artistic talent
• hidden talent
• talent show
• talent scout

Synonyms for Talent

• skill
• gift
• aptitude
• ability
• knack

Opposites of Talent

• inability
• ineptitude
• lack

Common mistakes with Talent

• Confusing 'talent' with 'skill' – talent is natural, skill requires practice.
• Using 'talents' for singular – 'talent' can also be uncountable.
• Mispronouncing – many learners say 'tal-ent' instead of 'tal-uhnt'.

Frequently asked questions about Talent

What does Talent mean?

A natural ability to do something well.

What is the definition of Talent?

A natural ability to be good at something, especially skills like music, art, or sports.

How do you use Talent in a sentence?

She has a natural talent for playing the piano.

Can you give another example of Talent?

His artistic talent was recognized at a young age.

What are synonyms for Talent?

Common alternatives include skill, gift, aptitude, ability, knack.

What is the opposite of Talent?

Opposite meanings include inability, ineptitude, lack.

What words go with Talent?

It commonly pairs with natural talent, artistic talent, hidden talent, talent show, talent scout.

What are common mistakes when using Talent?

Confusing 'talent' with 'skill' – talent is natural, skill requires practice. Using 'talents' for singular – 'talent' can also be uncountable. Mispronouncing – many learners say 'tal-ent' instead of 'tal-uhnt'.

How do you pronounce Talent?

US: //ˈtæl.ənt//, UK: //ˈtæl.ənt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Talent?

Use 'talent' when referring to a special ability, such as in music or sports. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts.

What CEFR level is Talent?

"Talent" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.