technique

A particular way of doing something that needs skill or practice.

• Try this simple technique.
• He developed a new technique for cutting glass.
• Which techniques do you use to relax?

How to use it: technique for doing something (She taught me a technique for remembering names.)

Similar words: method, approach

Common phrases: technique for something, breathing technique, use a technique

The practical skills needed to do an activity well, especially an art or sport.

• Her technique is excellent.
• The dancer needs to improve his technique.
• Good technique matters more than speed at first.

Similar words: skill

Common phrases: good technique, improve technique, piano technique