practicalliteracy
nounUK /ˈpræk.tɪ.kəl ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si/
US /ˈpræk.tɪ.kəl ˈlɪt̬.ɚ.ə.si/
The ability to read and write well enough to do everyday things.
Practicalliteracy helps her read bus signs and fill out forms at the doctor's office.
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2. The reading and writing skills needed for work and daily tasks.
The job training program includes practicalliteracy lessons for new employees.
3. A person's ability to understand common documents like bills and instructions.
His practicalliteracy improved after he took a night class.
4. Reading and writing skills used to solve real problems in life.
Practicalliteracy matters when you need to follow a recipe or read a medicine label.