English–Korean

“skill” in Korean

Korean

Also실력 (sillyeok)

Pronunciation

Romanizationsomssi

Example

그의 솜씨가 정말 좋다.keu ui som ssi ga cheong mal cho ta

His skills are really good.

Illustration for 솜씨 (skill)

How to say “skill” in Korean

“Skill” in Korean is 솜씨 (somssi).

A person's ability shows in the quality and smoothness of the work they produce.

Full entry for 솜씨: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 솜씨

손님들이 그의 요리 솜씨를 칭찬했다.son nim deu ri keu ui yo ri som ssi reul ching chan haet tta

The guests praised his skill at cooking.

Tips for using 솜씨

  • English speakers can use it for cooking, sewing, repairs, and other hands-on activities, especially when praising the finished result.

Other Korean words for “skill”

그는 실력이 뛰어나다.keu neun sil lyeo gi ttwi eo na da

He is highly skilled.

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