B2adjectiveartseducation
US/ʌnˈtæl.ən.tɪd/
UK/ʌnˈtæl.ən.tɪd/
without natural ability or skill in a particular activity
In context
He felt untalented next to the other musicians in the band.
The critic called the actor untalented and the film a waste of time.
No child is truly untalented; some just need more time to find their gift.
Words that go with untalented
adjective + noun
- untalented writerAn untalented writer cannot save a weak plot.
- untalented singerThe show laughed at every untalented singer.
- untalented artistNo untalented artist has ever sold so many paintings.
- untalented peopleThe judges were rude to untalented people who tried their best.
adverb + adjective
- relatively untalentedHe was a relatively untalented player who worked harder than anyone.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He is not talent at music.Correct: He is not talented at music.