English-Finnish translations for chops

One's skill at musical interpretation and delivery ; musical performance ability
One's skill at any endeavor; ability, talent; competency
The area where two tides meet and cause an irregular sea
To talk, chat; also, to talk back, to be cheeky

Although the bass player had no experience playing in New Orleans, the crowds enthusiastic response showed that he had the chops to make it in the very particular Crescent City jazz scene.
Although he did not know all of the ins and outs of the newsroom, he had the writing chops to become a regular contributor.
He chops wood all day.

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