0
Anonymous Posted 17 years ago
Grammar

Bent

Hi,

Is there any subtle difference in meaning between these two sentences?

He has a bent for art.

He has an artistic bent.

Thanks.
  

Top answer

Hi, Not really. #2 is the common way to say it. Clive

  • Hi, Not really.
  • #2 is the common way to say it.
  • Clive
Free · every Monday

Get the Weekly English Kit 📬

New words, one handy idiom, and a 2-minute quiz — delivered to your inbox to keep your streak alive.

3 Answers
0
Hi,

Not really. #2 is the common way to say it.

Clive
0
I've never heard it used like #1 - I doubt that it would be understood.
0
Thank you both for your helpful replies.

Related Questions