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Definition
Polymath; a versatile person who is highly skilled or knowledgeable in many different fields.
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How it's used
Refers to someone who possesses broad knowledge and proficiency across multiple, often unrelated, fields. It carries a positive connotation of intellectual versatility and is frequently used in professional or academic contexts to describe individuals who can bridge gaps between different disciplines.
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He really is a rare polymath.
Do you think he counts as a polymath?
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Common phrases
interdisciplinary polymath
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is simply good at many things in a casual or hobbyist sense, as it implies a deeper level of mastery or expertise in those various domains.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
