knack — a special skill or ability to do something easily and well
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a special skill or ability to do something easily and well
Pronunciation (IPA): /næk/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother has a knack for turning leftovers into gourmet meals.
- He has an annoying knack for showing up at the worst possible moments.
- Once you get the knack of riding a bicycle, you never forget it.
knack
NOUN[/næk/]
a special skill or ability to do something easily and well
She has a real knack for untangling any knot in seconds.
She has the knack to track and never looks back!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle Dutch 'knack' or Middle Low German 'knack', originally an onomatopoetic word imitating a sharp, sudden sound or crack. The sense evolved from the sound of something breaking or snapping to mean a clever trick or skillful ability.
Breakdown
Single morpheme word - 'knack' (no productive breakdown available; originally onomatopoetic in origin, representing a sharp sound or quick action)
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📝Examples
“My grandmother has a knack for turning leftovers into gourmet meals.”
“He has an annoying knack for showing up at the worst possible moments.”
“Once you get the knack of riding a bicycle, you never forget it.”
“She has a knack for finding parking spaces in crowded areas.”
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