talentoso
“talentoso” means “talented” in Spanish (having natural skill or ability).
talented
Also: gifted, skilful
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Mi hermano es un artista muy talentoso.
A1My brother is a very talented artist.
Buscamos a alguien talentoso para el equipo de diseño.
B1We are looking for someone talented for the design team.
A pesar de ser tan talentoso, siempre practica todos los días.
B2Despite being so talented, he always practices every day.
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Quick Quiz: talentoso
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How would you say 'The girls are talented' in Spanish?
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From the Spanish noun 'talento' (talent), which comes from the Latin 'talentum'. Originally, this referred to a unit of weight or money, but over time it came to represent a person's mental or creative 'wealth'.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'talentoso' for objects, like a 'talented computer'?
No, 'talentoso' is almost exclusively used for people or animals that demonstrate skill. For a high-performing computer, you would use 'potente' (powerful) or 'avanzado' (advanced).
What is the difference between 'talentoso' and 'dotado'?
They are very similar, but 'dotado' (gifted) often implies a natural, innate brilliance someone is born with, while 'talentoso' is broader and can include skills developed over time.
Is 'talentoso' considered a formal word?
It is neutral. You can use it with friends, at work, or in formal writing without any issues.