talented at vs talented in

Both 'talented at' and 'talented in' are commonly used phrases in English. 'Talented at' is typically followed by a specific skill or activity, while 'talented in' is followed by a broader area of expertise or field. The choice between the two depends on the context and the specificity of the talent being described.

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talented at

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'talented at' when referring to a specific skill or activity that someone excels in.

Examples:

She is talented at playing the piano.
He is talented at public speaking.
They are talented at problem-solving.

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Good to know I'm still talented at something.
She is prodigiously talented at music.
Now, Rosie, she's very talented at the piano.
She is very talented at making cakes but she might need your help to decorate them.Justin Bieber Fan... Justin Bieber Fan Room DecorationIf you are a Justin Bieber fan, then, this is definitely reflected in your room decorating style.
Miss Baez was particularly talented at giving advice to the more...
I'm extremely talented at talking my way out of trouble.
She said we're not talented at musicals.
Many Gemini people are talented at writing, teaching and public speaking.
You're so talented at writing songs.
It appears from Vasari's description that Leonardo first learned to play the lyre as a child and that he was very talented at improvisation.
My daughter Mary is prodigiously talented at music.
He notices that they are not particularly talented at their jobs, but finds them to be agreeable enough.
I'm very talented at conning people, you know.
You are amazingly talented at so many amazing things.
You can be very talented at shoemaking, but your product won't work without experience.
Russians are so talented at copying!
I felt I was not talented at anything.
I wasn't talented at love or manga.
Now, I should warn all of you, I'm very talented at this game.
She's not my girlfriend, but she is talented at a lot of things.

Alternatives:

skilled at
proficient at
gifted at

talented in

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'talented in' when referring to a broader area of expertise or field that someone excels in.

Examples:

She is talented in music.
He is talented in mathematics.
They are talented in leadership.

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These people are not famous or talented in any way.
I've known you for your music and talented in that field too.Great sermon.
Nezumi is a well-known actor/actress under the stage name Eve and is talented in singing, acting and dancing.
This is not the time to post a handmade sign (unless of course you are very talented in the field).
She is talented in modeling, motorcycling and even kickboxing.
He commented that it was a rare thing for a husband, wife and son to all be talented in calligraphy.
Hugh was very talented in both arts... but I think...
Profession designer, stylist and fashion critic is very popular nowadays and if the person is talented in this, that he will succeed.
Ken is really nice, really knowledgeable about this area of the craft and very talented in doing this work.
You may be a little talented in drawing, but your basic upbringing is just too weak. Isn't it true?
He particularly liked the manner in which she picked up a glass: "I thought she was very talented in that action."
I have two passions, and obviously, I'm vastly talented in both fields.
Jongup: Daehyun hyung is very talented in singing high pitched notes and I think that's how we ended our practice. (laughs)
I always say I'm not a musician, because, although I make a lot of music, I'm not very talented in one instrument or something, I follow more an idea and try to make it happen.
You're so talented in so many ways.
She also used to be very talented in magic.
You're really a scheduler talented in many areas.
Madame Agathe is very talented in divination.
You're both equally talented in their eyes.
She is very beautiful and also talented in poetry and arts.

Alternatives:

skilled in
proficient in
gifted in

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