versatility
Significado: The ability to adapt to or be effective in many different functions, tasks, or situations.
Versatility is prized in people (a versatile performer who can do comedy and tragedy), objects (a versatile kitchen appliance), and skills (the versatility of a programming language). It implies breadth rather than depth, adaptability rather than specialisation. It is consistently positive and appears frequently in job descriptions, product reviews, and sports commentary. Common collocations include 'remarkable versatility,' 'creative versatility,' and 'the versatility of.'
Ejemplos
- The versatility of the actor was evident in her seamless shift from Shakespearean tragedy to modern farce. 那位女演员从莎士比亚悲剧到现代闹剧的无缝转换,充分展现了她的多才多艺。La versatilidad de la actriz quedó patente en su transición fluida de la tragedia shakespeariana a la farsa moderna.シェイクスピア悲劇から現代喜劇へのシームレスな転換に、その女優の多才さが如実に表れていた。셰익스피어 비극에서 현대 소극으로의 매끄러운 전환에서 그 배우의 다재다능함이 여실히 드러났다.
- Chefs prize the versatility of the humble potato, which can be roasted, mashed, chipped, or baked. 厨师们看重这不起眼的土豆的百搭特性——可以烤、捣泥、切条炸或烘焙。Los cocineros aprecian la versatilidad de la humilde patata, que se puede asar, hacer puré, freír o hornear.シェフたちは、焼く・つぶす・揚げる・オーブン焼きと多彩に調理できるジャガイモの万能性を高く評価する。셰프들은 굽고, 으깨고, 튀기고, 오븐에 구울 수 있는 감자의 다용도성을 높이 평가한다.
- His versatility as a midfielder made him invaluable to the squad throughout the season. 他作为中场球员的全面性使他整个赛季都是球队不可或缺的一员。Su versatilidad como centrocampista le hizo indispensable para la plantilla durante toda la temporada.ミッドフィルダーとしての彼の汎用性は、シーズンを通じてチームにとってかけがえのないものであった。미드필더로서의 그의 범용성은 시즌 내내 팀에 없어서는 안 될 존재로 만들었다.
Pronunciación
Guía de uso
Contexto: media, professional, general
Tono: positive
Origen e historia
From Latin versatilis (turning, revolving, capable of turning to various subjects), from versare (to turn often), frequentative of vertere (to turn). The idea of turning easily from one task to another underlies the modern sense.
Contexto cultural
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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