English–Japanese
“skill” in Japanese
How to say “skill” in Japanese
“Skill” in Japanese is 技 (waza).
Describes a learned ability or practiced action that allows a task to be done skillfully.
Example sentences with 技
彼は料理の技を毎日磨いています。kare wa ryō ri no waza o mai nichi miga i te i ma su
He practices his cooking skills every day.
Tips for using 技
- In everyday Japanese, 技 (waza) often suggests a practiced technique or special move rather than a general talent, so it is common in sports, martial arts, crafts, and games.
Other Japanese words for “skill”
この仕事には技能が必要です。ko no shi goto ni wa gi nō ga hitsu yō de su
This job requires skill.
彼は人を説得する術があります。kare wa hito o set toku su ru jutsu ga a ri ma su
He has the skill to persuade people.
彼女は仕事の手際がいいです。kano jo wa shi goto no te giwa ga i i de su
She is skillful at her work.
彼の腕前が上がりました。kare no ude mae ga a ga ri ma shi ta
His skill has improved.