What does savoir-faire in French mean?

What is the meaning of the word savoir-faire in French? The article explains the full meaning, pronunciation along with bilingual examples and instructions on how to use savoir-faire in French.

The word savoir-faire in French means savoir-faire, be completely useless, be of no use at all, can do, be able to do. To learn more, please see the details below.

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Meaning of the word savoir-faire

savoir-faire

nom masculin invariable (compétence)

(noun: Refers to person, place, thing, quality, etc.)
Le savoir-faire de ce praticien n'est plus à démontrer.
This practitioner's savoir-faire no longer has to be demonstrated.

be completely useless, be of no use at all

locution verbale (être un incapable, être bon à rien)

(verbal expression: Phrase with special meaning functioning as verb--for example, "put their heads together," "come to an end.")
Ce stagiaire ne sait rien faire de ses dix doigts.

can do

locution verbale (pouvoir faire)

(verbal expression: Phrase with special meaning functioning as verb--for example, "put their heads together," "come to an end.")
Mon frère sait très bien nager.
My brother can swim really well.

be able to do

locution verbale (pouvoir faire)

(verbal expression: Phrase with special meaning functioning as verb--for example, "put their heads together," "come to an end.")
Son discours a su nous convaincre.
His speech was able to convince us.

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