Level800
verb (動詞)
hone
磨く、研ぎ澄ます (スキルなどを)
💡 Usage & Nuance:
TOEICでは、スキル、能力、技術などを「向上させる」「洗練させる」という意味で使われます。キャリア開発、トレーニング、自己啓発の文脈で頻出します。
🔄 Paraphrase & Synonyms
sharpen
refine
improve
📝 Business Examples
She attended workshops to hone her public speaking skills.
彼女は人前で話すスキルを磨くためにワークショップに参加した。
Part 5 Practice Quiz
Verify your vocabulary strength for "hone"
Employees are encouraged to _______ their negotiation skills through practice.
🎉 正解 / Correct!
解説: 従業員が交渉スキルを「磨く」ことが奨励されています。
English: To 'hone' skills means to refine or improve them.
English: To 'hone' skills means to refine or improve them.
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