knack
Translation
knack, skill, talent, flair
Examples
She has a knack for making people feel comfortable.
She has a knack for making people feel comfortable.
It's easy once you get the knack of it.
It's easy once you get the knack of it.
Grammar Patterns
((have a knack for -ing/sth.)) to have a special skill or talent for (sth.) She has a knack for remembering names.
((get the knack of sth.)) to learn how to do (sth.) easily You'll soon get the knack of it.
Similar Words
Synonyms: skill, talent, flair, gift
Etymology
From an old word meaning 'a sharp blow, a trick'.
Memory Tips
The 'k' at the beginning is silent. It's often used in the phrases 'to have a knack for' something or 'to get the knack of' something.