savvy
[ˈsæ.vi]
An adjective "savvy" means having or showing experience and knowledge that helps you understand things quickly.
You might hear someone describe themselves as "savvy investors" meaning they have a lot of experience with money and know how to make smart financial decisions. Or, if someone says a friend is "savvy about cars," it means the friend knows a lot about mechanics and can fix problems easily.
How common is "savvy"?
Word savvy is considered uncommon in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
noun
Shrewdness.
verb
To understand.
adjective
Shrewd, well-informed and perceptive.
canny
Real examples of "savvy" in context
