savoir faire
noun/phrase | /savoir faire/
the ability to act appropriately and confidently in social situations; tact and social skill
Literal meaning:
"know-how to do"
savoir faire
noun/phrase | /savoir faire/
Foreign Words & PhrasesFrenchMEDIUMthe ability to act appropriately and confidently in social situations; tact and social skill
Literal meaning:
"know-how to do"
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Examples
"His savoir faire made him a popular host."
"Savoir faire helped her navigate the delicate ceremony."
Mnemonic Trick
Savoir = to know, faire = to do → social know-how/savvy
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