# talented

/ˈtæɫəntɪd/ (US) · /tˈæləntɪd/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/talented
Updated: 2026-05-02

## Definition

having a natural ability to do something very well. You use this to describe someone who is gifted at a skill like music, sports, or art.

For teachers: possessing a natural aptitude or skill for a specific activity. Often used to describe innate proficiency rather than skill acquired solely through practice.

## Examples

- She is a very talented piano player.
- The school is looking for talented young artists to join the summer program.
- The director spent months searching for a talented lead actor who could handle both the physical demands and the emotional depth of the script.

## Usage notes

- Typically placed before the noun it modifies or after a linking verb like 'be' or 'seem'.

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