Meaning
A natural ability to do something very well.
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Word origin
From Latin talentum, a weight of silver used as money. The meaning of a natural gift grew from an old Bible story about servants and their money.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- talentum
Grammar
Examples
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"A talent for" something is followed by the thing.
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Here "talent" means how well he cooks.
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"Talents" is the plural form.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 18, lesson 11: talent, object, skill and 7 more words.