savvy — having practical knowledge and understanding; shrewd
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having practical knowledge and understanding; shrewd
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsævi/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother is surprisingly social media-savvy and has more Instagram followers than me.
- You need to be financially savvy to survive in today's economy.
- The fashion-savvy student wore mismatched socks and called it 'artistic expression.'
savvy
ADJECTIVE[/ˈsævi/]
having practical knowledge and understanding; shrewd
Shrewd and practically knowledgeable
Stay savvy with heavy levy!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Portuguese 'sabe' (knows) or Spanish 'sabe' (knows), derived from Latin 'sapere' (to taste, to be wise). The word entered English through trade and maritime contact with Portuguese and Spanish speakers in the 17th-18th centuries.
Breakdown
sav- (from Portuguese/Spanish sabe, meaning 'knows') + -y (suffix forming adjectives) = savvy (knowledgeable, shrewd)
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📝Examples
“My grandmother is surprisingly social media-savvy and has more Instagram followers than me.”
“You need to be financially savvy to survive in today's economy.”
“The fashion-savvy student wore mismatched socks and called it 'artistic expression.'”
“Her political savvy helped her navigate the complex negotiation successfully.”
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