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Skills vs skill

Both 'skills' and 'skill' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Skills' is the plural form of 'skill' and is used when referring to multiple abilities or expertise. 'Skill' is the singular form and is used when talking about a specific ability or expertise.

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Skills

This is correct when referring to multiple abilities or expertise.

Use 'skills' when talking about more than one ability or expertise possessed by a person. It is the plural form of 'skill'.

Examples:

She has excellent communication skills.
His skills in programming are impressive.
Developing new skills is important for personal growth.
The job requires a variety of skills.
They are looking for candidates with diverse skills.

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The Joint Initiative for Priority Skills Acquisition addresses the lack of skilled workers in key economic sectors.
Finally, it addresses newly identified challenges, in particular those related to the 'New Skills for New Jobs' initiative.
I Think You Forgot To Mention My Superior "Guitar Hero" Skills.
Skills and other fields of knowledge (language/other)
And the Sandhurst Military Skills Competition is just like the World Officer Championship.
Skills I've acquired over a very long career.
Skills that make me a nightmare for people like you.
Industrial Skills: again, this block includes training that goes beyond what is necessary to function on the job.
Investing in People, More and Better Jobs, New Skills
You took the Clinical Skills section of your medical exams after most interns, so the results are only now coming out.
developing further the New Skills for New Jobs initiative of the Commission
The EESC notes the Commission's New Skills for New Jobs initiative, and will be responding in detail.
As set out in the New Skills for New Jobs initiative, major challenges remain.
Skills lab seems like a fair way to go.
The Commission is making a significant contribution to these efforts through the New Skills for New Jobs initiative.
Skills like this, kid, they run in the family.
Core Skills: this training block is aimed at supporting the personal development of individuals, and relates very little to the actual functioning on the job.
Skills are lacking, especially when it comes to business management and market know-how.
having regard to the report of the Commission High-Level Task Force on Skills and Mobility,
The Action Plan is based on the recommendations of the High-Level Task Force on Skills and Mobility and consists of 25 initiatives.

Alternatives:

abilities
expertise
competencies
talents
proficiencies

skill

This is correct when referring to a specific ability or expertise.

Use 'skill' when talking about a particular ability or expertise possessed by a person. It is the singular form of 'skills'.

Examples:

She has a skill for problem-solving.
His programming skill is exceptional.
Developing a new skill takes time and practice.
The job requires a specific skill set.
They are looking for candidates with a particular skill.

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My skill is not for entertainment.
Standards designed to balance human skill Against technological advantage.
Organizational skill is necessary for a dictionary editor.
Maybe my unbelievable skill under pressure transformed me completely.
Women's experience and skill remain insufficiently used in environmental policy actions.
Got this weird skill with destination codes.
To measure humble skill against vaunted prowess.
Typing is not a special skill.
A skill lacking in most men.
Don't confuse luck with skill.
It's a skill game, Jo.
I must find if I too, possess this special skill.
Your skill, towards the fashioning of swords.
A man of your skill - this man is lucky.
It's a skill, not a handicap.
Our father would have been proud of your skill.
It's a skill all women must learn.
You're right, Kenz, lock-picking is skill every woman should know.
Winning without fighting shows true skill.
Therefore the product shall be classified as a game of skill in heading 9504.

Alternatives:

ability
expertise
competency
talent
proficiency

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