A knack is a natural skill or talent for doing something easily and well, often something that others find hard.
From Middle English “knak” meaning “sharp sound, clever trick”, probably of Scandinavian origin. The meaning shifted from a trick or snap to a special skill.
What looks like a “knack” is often hidden practice plus pattern recognition. Your brain compresses many small attempts into what feels like one smooth ability. Calling it a knack can hide the work that built it—but also reminds us that talent feels effortless from the inside.
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