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authentic skill

[/ɔːˈθɛntɪk skɪl/]
noun phrasepl: authentic skills
habilidade autêntica
1. A genuine, real, and verifiable competence or ability that is not fabricated, exaggerated, or falsely claimed
She demonstrated authentic skill in her pottery work, evident from years of dedicated practice.
Ela demonstrou habilidade autêntica em seu trabalho de cerâmica, evidente após anos de prática dedicada.
2. A true proficiency that reflects actual experience and knowledge rather than mere theoretical understanding
His authentic skill as a carpenter was recognized by the quality of his craftsmanship.
Sua habilidade autêntica como carpinteiro foi reconhecida pela qualidade de seu artesanato.
NYC Slang
the real deal; legit skills
Synonyms
genuine abilityreal competencetrue expertiselegitimate proficiencyverified capability
Antonyms
fake skillfalse competencepretended abilitymanufactured expertisefraudulent claim

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
habilidade autêntica
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
habilidade de verdade
More colloquial variant
Portugal
competência autêntica
More formal and commonly used in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

walk the walk
put your money where your mouth is
know your stuff
have what it takes
the real McCoy
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