gewandt
Translation
skillful, adroit, eloquent, agile
Examples
Sie ist sehr gewandt im Umgang mit Menschen.
She is very skillful in dealing with people.
Er hat eine gewandte Ausdrucksweise.
He has an eloquent way of expressing himself.
Der Turner war körperlich sehr gewandt.
The gymnast was physically very agile.
Grammar Patterns
((gewandt)) ((in+dat)) skillful in (sth.) He is skillful in negotiations.
((Adjective)) + ((Noun)) skillful ... She gave a skillful answer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: geschickt, eloquent, agil; Antonyms: ungeschickt, awkward
Etymology
Originates from the past participle of 'wenden' (to turn), suggesting someone who can 'turn' themselves adeptly to face any challenge.
Memory Tips
Connect it to 'wenden' (to turn). A 'gewandt' person can turn on a dime, physically or verbally.