specialized ability

[/ˌspeʃəˈlaɪzd əˈbɪləti/]

nounfemininepl: specialized abilities / habilidades especializadas

habilidade especializada

1. A skill or competence developed through focused training or experience in a specific field or domain

Her specialized ability in software development made her invaluable to the tech company.

Sua habilidade especializada em desenvolvimento de software a tornou inestimável para a empresa de tecnologia.

2. Expertise acquired through advanced study or prolonged practice in a particular area

The surgeon's specialized ability to perform complex cardiac procedures saved many lives.

A habilidade especializada do cirurgião em realizar procedimentos cardíacos complexos salvou muitas vidas.

NYC Slang

mad skills (in a specific area)

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General Brazilian

habilidade especializada

standard term used across Brazil

São Paulo

habilidade especializada / capacidade especializada

both terms commonly used in business contexts

Portugal

capacidade especializada / perícia

perícia is more formal and commonly used in technical or legal contexts

jack of all trades, master of none

have a knack for something

be an expert in one's field

have what it takes

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