B2
experienced vs skilled vs skillful
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| experiencedadjective/ɪkˈspɪr.i.ənst/ | Meaning having skill or knowledge from doing something for a long time | Goes with experienced teacher | Example We are looking for an experienced teacher to lead the new course. |
| skilledadjective/skɪld/ | Meaning having the training and experience to do something well | Goes with skilled worker | Example The factory is hiring skilled workers with at least five years of experience. |
| skillfuladjective/ˈskɪl.fəl/ | Meaning Able to do something very well because of practice or training. | Goes with — | Example The skillful chef cut the vegetables in just a few seconds. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The chef cut the vegetables in just a few seconds.