Habile
Example: Elle est habile pour résoudre rapidement les problèmes complexes.
Definition
"Habile" describes someone who is skillful or clever, especially in solving problems or performing tasks efficiently. It highlights mental agility and dexterity, as in the phrase 'She is habile for quickly solving complex problems,' meaning she is adept at finding solutions.
Etymology
The word "habile" comes from the Latin 'habilis,' meaning 'easily handled' or 'apt.' Over time, it evolved into Old French as 'habile,' retaining the idea of skill and ease in performing tasks. Did you know? The root 'habilis' also relates to the English word 'habit,' pointing to something easy to manage or suited to use.
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"Habile" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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