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PlzCorrectMe Posted 18 years ago
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PlzLightMeOn! -> "ability" and "skill"
Hi every1.
Is there any difference (in use, in means in anything) between "ability" and "skill"?
Is there any difference (in use, in means in anything) between "ability" and "skill"?
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Hi again, They are very similar, and in many cases you can use either. One difference is that you may refer to a skill as something you learn or are able to get better at with study and practice, while an ability can be something you're born with. For example, I don't have the ability to reach the top shelf without a ladder (I'm short), but I have good problem solving skills, so don't worry, I can get the items down that I need.
- Hi again, They are very similar, and in many cases you can use either.
- One difference is that you may refer to a skill as something you learn or are able to get better at with study and practice, while an ability can be something you're born with.
- For example, I don't have the ability to reach the top shelf without a ladder (I'm short), but I have good problem solving skills, so don't worry, I can get the items down that I need.
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Hi again,
They are very similar, and in many cases you can use either.
One difference is that you may refer to a skill as something you learn or are able to get better at with study and practice, while an ability can be something you're born with.
For example, I don't have the ability to reach the top shelf without a ladder (I'm short), but I have good problem solving s
They are very similar, and in many cases you can use either.
One difference is that you may refer to a skill as something you learn or are able to get better at with study and practice, while an ability can be something you're born with.
For example, I don't have the ability to reach the top shelf without a ladder (I'm short), but I have good problem solving s
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Some people speak of native/natural ability, but I think in humans, skill is only thought of as acquired. Without the modifiers, "ability" is usually thought of as acquired.
I think "skill" most often refers to "abilities" which are not necessarily considered part of everyday life - i.e., some sort of specialization. But it could include common things when raised to an extraordinary
I think "skill" most often refers to "abilities" which are not necessarily considered part of everyday life - i.e., some sort of specialization. But it could include common things when raised to an extraordinary
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