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Talents

🇬🇧 UK //ˈtæl.ənts// 🇺🇸 US //ˈtæl.ənts//

Meaning of Talents

Natural abilities or skills that someone is born with.

In simple words: Natural skills or abilities people have

Talents in a sentence

• Her talents in painting were recognized by many art critics.
• He discovered his musical talents at a young age.
• Many talents congregated at the festival to showcase their abilities.
• She has a talent for solving complex math problems quickly.
• These talents have helped him become a successful entrepreneur.
• The dance troupe is made up of individuals with unique talents.
• They hosted a talent show to highlight local artists and performers.
• Athletic talents often require years of training and dedication.

How to use Talents

Use 'talents' to describe various skills or natural abilities. It's often used in contexts such as sports, arts, or professions. Avoid using it in formal academic contexts where more specific terms may be preferable.

Grammar pattern

countable noun

Memory hint

Think of 'tall' people who often have talents in sports! 'Tall-ents'.

Related words

Collocations with Talents

• discover talents
• showcase talents
• natural talents
• develop talents
• hidden talents

Synonyms for Talents

• skills
• abilities
• aptitudes
• gifts
• capabilities

Opposites of Talents

• inability
• ineptitude
• clumsiness
• ignorance

Common mistakes with Talents

• Confused with 'skills' – talents are innate, while skills are acquired through practice.
• Using 'talent' in plural form incorrectly when referring to collective abilities.
• Overusing the term in contexts that require specific skill descriptors.

Frequently asked questions about Talents

What does Talents mean?

Natural skills or abilities people have

What is the definition of Talents?

Natural abilities or skills that someone is born with.

How do you use Talents in a sentence?

Her talents in painting were recognized by many art critics.

Can you give another example of Talents?

He discovered his musical talents at a young age.

What are synonyms for Talents?

Common alternatives include skills, abilities, aptitudes, gifts, capabilities.

What is the opposite of Talents?

Opposite meanings include inability, ineptitude, clumsiness, ignorance.

What words go with Talents?

It commonly pairs with discover talents, showcase talents, natural talents, develop talents, hidden talents.

What are common mistakes when using Talents?

Confused with 'skills' – talents are innate, while skills are acquired through practice. Using 'talent' in plural form incorrectly when referring to collective abilities. Overusing the term in contexts that require specific skill descriptors.

How do you pronounce Talents?

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

When should I use Talents?

Use 'talents' to describe various skills or natural abilities. It's often used in contexts such as sports, arts, or professions. Avoid using it in formal academic contexts where more specific terms may be preferable.