creative ability

[/krɪˈeɪtɪv əˈbɪləti/]
nounpl: creative abilities
capacidade criativa
1. the power or skill to create something original or imaginative; the capacity to produce new ideas, designs, or artistic works
Her creative ability shines through in her graphic design work.
Sua capacidade criativa se manifesta claramente em seu trabalho de design gráfico.
2. the innate or developed talent to think innovatively and solve problems in unconventional ways
The workshop aims to develop students' creative ability.
O workshop visa desenvolver a capacidade criativa dos estudantes.
3. the cognitive capacity to imagine possibilities and transform them into tangible creations
Creative ability is essential in fields like architecture and advertising.
A capacidade criativa é essencial em áreas como arquitetura e publicidade.
In Brazil, 'capacidade criativa' is highly valued in contemporary culture, especially in tech startups, design, advertising, and entertainment industries in São Paulo. The term reflects the Brazilian appreciation for innovation and artistic expression. In the USA, 'creative ability' is often discussed in educational and professional contexts, emphasizing both innate talent and learned skills that can be developed through practice.
NYC Slang
creative chops
Synonyms / Sinônimos
creativitycreative capacityimaginative abilityartistic talentinventivenessoriginality
Antonyms / Antônimos
lack of creativityunimaginativenessmundanityconformity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
capacidade criativa
most common term in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
capacidade criativa / criatividade
both terms are used interchangeably
São Paulo
capacidade criativa / talento criativo
common in business and creative industries
Portugal
capacidade criativa / dom criativo
Portuguese variant; 'dom' emphasizes innate talent

Related Words

innovationimaginationartistic expressioncreative thinkingoriginalityinventivetalent

Related Idioms & Phrases

thinking outside the box
let your creativity flow
unleash your creative potential
tap into your creative side
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