English–French
“skilled” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/abil/
Example
Elle est habile avec ses mains.
She is skilled with her hands.
How to say “skilled” in French
“Skilled” in French is habile.
A deft person whose practical skill or sharp judgment turns a difficult situation to advantage.
Example sentences with habile
Il est habile à négocier.
He is skilled at negotiating.
Tips for using habile
- Habile is usually positive, but context can give it a calculating or crafty implication when the skill benefits the speaker's interests.