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esoteric skill

[ˌɛsəˈtɛrɪk skɪl]
nounpl: esoteric skills
habilidade esotérica
1. A specialized or highly technical ability that is understood or practiced by only a small group of people with advanced knowledge in a particular field
Learning ancient Sanskrit is considered an esoteric skill in modern academia.
Aprender sânscrito antigo é considerado uma habilidade esotérica na academia moderna.
2. A rare or obscure talent or technique that requires deep study and is not widely known or accessible to the general public
The master craftsman possessed an esoteric skill in traditional woodcarving passed down through generations.
O mestre artesão possuía uma habilidade esotérica em escultura em madeira tradicional transmitida através de gerações.
Synonyms
specialized skillarcane knowledgeniche expertiseobscure talentrare ability
Antonyms
common skillbasic abilityuniversal knowledgemainstream talent

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
habilidade esotérica
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
habilidade esotérica
Common in academic and professional contexts
Portugal
competência esotérica
Alternative term using 'competência' more common in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

hidden gem of knowledge
secret sauce
insider knowledge
craft mastery
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