pretended skill
[prɪˈtɛndɪd skɪl]
noun phrasepl: pretended skills
habilidade fingida
1. A false claim of competence or ability that is not genuine; feigned expertise
His pretended skill at playing the piano was exposed when he had to perform in front of an audience.
Sua habilidade fingida ao tocar piano foi exposta quando teve que se apresentar diante de uma plateia.
2. An assumed or affected capability intended to deceive others
The con artist relied on pretended skill to convince investors of his expertise.
O estelionatário confiava em habilidade fingida para convencer investidores de sua experiência.
NYC Slang
fake game / all talk no walk
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