umahiri
oo-mah-HEE-ree
How to say it
Swahiliumahirioo-mah-HEE-reesoon
Englishskill, expertise, prowesssoon
Frenchhabileté, compétence, maîtrisesoon
Meaning
A high level of ability in doing something, gained by talent and practice, as in sport, music or a profession.
Good to know
U class noun from mahiri, skilled. Kuonyesha umahiri is to show skill; umahiri wa lugha is proficiency in a language.
Examples
- Mchezaji huyo alionyesha umahiri mkubwa uwanjani.That player showed great skill on the field.
- Walimu wanahitaji umahiri katika kufundisha kusoma.Teachers need expertise in teaching reading.
- Umahiri wake wa kupika unajulikana mtaani kote.Her skill at cooking is known throughout the neighborhood.
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