habilidades sociales
/abilidades soθjales/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'social skills' is translated into Spanish as habilidades sociales.
This phrase refers to the personal skills involved in social communication and interaction.
Meaning: personal skills of social communication and interaction (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of habilidades (skills/abilities) and sociales (social).
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of this phrase is habilidad social.
Did you know?
- In some Spanish-speaking cultures, the ability to engage in sobremesa (the tradition of chatting at the table after a meal) is considered a vital practical application of habilidades sociales.
- In some Latin American contexts, if someone has great social skills, they might be described as having much don de gente. This idiomatic expression describes a person's natural charm and ability to connect with others.
- The adjective hábil can sometimes imply that a person is not just skilled, but also cunning or strategically clever in their social maneuvers.
Examples in context
- Los académicos dicen que la falta de juegos al aire libre les roba a los niños las habilidades sociales esenciales que necesitarán como adultos.Academics say a lack of outdoor play is robbing children of vital social skills they’ll need as adults.This sentence shows how a lack of play can affect the development of habilidades sociales in children.Tatoeba #10502256 by DJ_Saidez, translation #10471521 by Hybrid
- Es importante desarrollar habilidades sociales para tener éxito en el trabajo.It's important to develop social skills to succeed in the workplace.
- Los líderes deben demostrar competencias sociales para crear un entorno positivo.Leaders must demonstrate social skills to create a positive environment.
- Mi hermana tiene un don de gente increíble, siempre cae bien a todos.My sister has an incredible social skill, she always gets along with everyone.
- Él tiene excelentes habilidades sociales.He has excellent social skills.
- Es importante desarrollar las habilidades sociales en la escuela.It is important to develop social skills at school.
Example conversation
Javier and Sofía are discussing a job candidate's profile.
- JavierEl candidato tiene un currículum impresionante.The candidate has an impressive resume.
- SofíaSí, pero ¿tiene buenas habilidades sociales?Yes, but does he have good social skills?
- JavierParece que sí, fue muy amable en la entrevista.It seems so, he was very kind in the interview.
- SofíaEso es fundamental para este puesto.That is fundamental for this position.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
