life skill

[ lahyf skil ]

noun

1. Usually life skills. a skill that helps a person to function well in adult life, especially in social or emotional situations:

   Schools can teach life skills such as persistence and resilience.

Word History and Origins

Origin of life skill¹

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

Both cash recipients and people in the control group got access to workshops and coaching focused on developing life skills and plans.

From Vox

If this is an obstacle to people learning an invaluable life skill, then maybe I should think twice about, how I’m dressed and what I’m wearing.

From Ozy

Being able to act as if you can hear and see what is going on — even when you cannot — is a basic life skill.

From Washington Post

When asked what they would teach future generations, the majority would still prioritize teaching personal finance basics, ranking responsible money management as the most important life skill for kids today to learn.

From Fortune

Schools also teach valuable life skills, such as how to act around others.

From Science News For Students

But “cooking is an essential life-skill,” according to a friend of mine.

From The Daily Beast