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This is a list of skills in The Sims 4.

The Sims 4[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Charisma Charisma Charisma can be worked on in the mirror or in conversations with other Sims. Increasing this skill will unlock new Social Media Interactions on the Computer.
Skill TS4 Comedy Comedy Comedy Skill is useful when talking with other Sims and with the microphone stand. Increasing this skill will unlock new Joke Socials, Comedy Routines, and the ability to Improvise Routines on a Microphone.
Skill TS4 Cooking Cooking Cooking Skill is built primarily by cooking with the fridge, stove, and counter. Increasing this skill will unlock new Cooking Tricks, Moodlets, and Recipes.
Skill TS4 Fishing Fishing The Fishing Skill is improved via fishing and reading about fishing. Increasing this skill will unlock Fishing with Bait and increases the likelihood of catching bigger and better fish.
Skill TS4 Fitness Fitness Fitness can be worked on via the treadmill, weight bench, or punching bag. Increasing this skill will unlock new Workout Interactions and Socials.
Skill TS4 Gardening Gardening Gardening Skill is built by working with plants, seeds, and planters. Increasing this skill will allow Sims to be more efficient when Gardening as well as unlock new Gardening Interactions and Socials.
Skill TS4 Gourmet Cooking Gourmet cooking Gourmet Cooking is developed through cooking gourmet foods on the fridge, stove, and countertop. Increasing this skill will unlock new Gourmet Cooking Tricks, Moodlets, and Recipes.
Skill TS4 Guitar Guitar Use the guitar to improve Guitar Skill. Increasing this skill will unlock new Songs and Interactions on the Guitar, including the ability to Write Songs, Publish Songs, and Serenade Sims.
Skill TS4 Handiness Handiness Handiness is built by repairing and upgrading objects, or using the woodworking table. Increasing this skill unlocks new craftables on the Woodworking Table and improves Sims' ability to Repair and Upgrade objects.
Skill TS4 Logic Logic Logic is built on the chessboard, telescope, and microscope. Increasing this skill will unlock new Interactions on the Microscope, Observatory, and various Collectibles.
Skill TS4 Mischief Mischief Mischief is mainly tied to social interactions and the Voodoo Doll. Increasing this skill will unlock new Mischievous Social on Sims as well as Mischievous Interactions on the Voodoo Doll, Computer and Phone.
Skill TS4 Mixology Mixology Mixologists primarily use the bar. Increasing this skill will unlock the ability to make new Drinks, Bar Tricks, and Mixology Socials!
Skill TS4 Painting Painting Painting is primarily tied to the easel. Increasing this skill will unlock new Painting Genres and Sizes!
Skill TS4 Piano Piano When ivories need tickling and aural senses need soothing, a pianist is the only Sim that can help. Practice, practice, practice that Piano Skill and while you may never be a rock star, you'll be played in elevators forever. Piano Skill is improved on the Piano.
Skill TS4 Photography Photography From a phone to a fancy camera, Sims who are skilled in Photography will have greater success as they hone their skills by taking lots of pictures, upgrading their equipment, experimenting with picture settings and using the In a Flash Photo Studio.
Skill TS4 Programming Programming Programming is done on the computer. Increasing this skill will allow Sims to create Plugins, Games, Mods, and Mobile Phone Apps. Sims will also be able to Hack on the Computer!
Skill TS4 Rocket Science Rocket science The Rocket Science Skill is built using the rocket ship. Increasing this skill will increase build speed and unlock new Upgrades on the Rocket Ship.
Skill TS4 Video Gaming Video gaming Video Gaming Skill is improved via the computer, motion game system, and tablet. Increasing this skill will unlock new Video Gaming Socials as well as new Interactions on the Computer.
Skill TS4 Violin Violin Violin Skill is improved via the violin. Increasing this skill will unlock new Songs and Interactions on the Violin, including the ability to Write Songs and Serenade Sims.
Skill TS4 Writing Writing Writing is primarily done on the computer. Increasing this skill will unlock new Writing Interactions on the Computer as well as the ability to Publish and Self-Publish books.

Toddler Skills[]

Icon Skill Notes
Trait TS4 Gregarious Communication Communication Skill teaches Toddlers advanced socials. Improve it by talking with others, and studying advanced Flash Cards.
Skill TS4 Imagination Imagination Imagination Skill teaches Toddlers to read and create fantastical worlds with their toys. Gain Imagination skill by playing with Toys and Dolls, listening to music, or looking at Toddler Books.
Skill TS4 Movement Movement Movement Skill helps Toddlers walk faster, run, climb stairs, and dance. Improve it by walking around, building with Nesting Blocks, dancing, or via Play Wrestling with adults.
Skill TS4 Potty Potty Potty skill teaches toddlers to use the Potty Chair. Improve it by having an adult Train the toddler.
Trait TS4 Child's Play Thinking Thinking Skill helps toddlers throw fewer tantrums and be more capable of taking care of themselves. It reduces defiance, and helps to solve needs. Thinking Skill is improved by being curious, or by playing with Flash Cards, Nesting Blocks, or the Tablet.

Child Skills[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Creative Creativity The Creativity Skill can be developed on the activity table as a child sim and easel as an adult. Increasing this skill will unlock new Activity Table Drawings, Dollhouse Interactions, and Socials!
Skill TS4 Mental Mental Mental skill can be developed on the science table and chessboard. Increasing this skill will unlock new science table potions, computer interactions, and socials.
Skill TS4 Motor Motor Motor skill can be developed on monkey bars and jungle gyms.
Skill TS4 Social Social Social skill can be developed on the dollhouse and stuffed animal. Increasing this skill unlocks additional interactions on the TV and computer, as well as new socials.

Outdoor Retreat[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Herbalism Herbalism How can a nature lover best take advantage of the gifts of the forest? Rare and wondrous Herbs aren't just leafy greens, but precious ingredients! The Herbalism skill is built by Identifying Herbs after collecting them and Brewing Remedies on the Grill or Stove.

Get to Work[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Baking Baking Baking is science in action. You can't just throw random ingredients into a bowl like some chef. You have to plan. Fortunately, the plan involves large helpings of sugar. Increasing your baking skill will unlock new Baked Goods for your Oven and Cupcake Factory.

Spa Day[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Wellness Wellness Wellness is primarily increased through Meditation, Yoga, and Massages. Increasing this skill will unlock new Yoga poses, massage types, and some transcendent meditation techniques!

Get Together[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Dancing Dancing Dancing can be improved by shaking it on the dance floor, moving along to the music of a DJ booth or stereo, and even by practicing in a mirror. Improving the Dancing Skill unlocks new dance moves for your Sim to use.
Skill TS4 DJ Mixing DJ mixing DJ Skill is gained by practicing on a DJ Booth or by playing for a crowd. Increasing interactions on the DJ Booth.

City Living[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Singing Singing Sims love to sing using the Karaoke Machine, but they can also sing using instruments or the Microphone. Skilled singers will unlock more songs, have the ability to Sing in Shower, and serenade other Sims. High skilled singers can write lyrics on instruments and even license lyrics to earn a few more Simoleons!

Vampires[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Pipe Organ Pipe organ Use the pipe organ to improve Pipe Organ Skill. Increasing this skill will unlock new Songs and Interactions on the Pipe Organ, including the ability to Write Songs.
Skill TS4 Vampire Lore Vampire lore Vampire Lore Skill is improved by researching into Vampires on the computer or reading unlocked Vampire Tomes.

Bowling Night Stuff[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Bowling Bowling Some would call Bowling a minor skill, but they'd only be technically correct. While it may only have five levels of advancement, Sims who put in the work to skill up will look undeniably cool. They'll acquire additional bowling balls as they go, and you may just bowl a Perfect Llama game of all strikes someday. Bowling Skill is improved via... well... bowling. Get to it!

Parenthood[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Parenting Parenting Parenting Skill is built by caring for children, talking to other parents, and researching on the computer. Increasing this skill will unlock new ways to parent children and solve their motives.

Cats & Dogs[]

Icon Skill Notes
The Sims 4 Pet Training Icon Pet training Dogs being able to perform tricks is a basic expectation. Once trained, the dog can perform the trick on command.
Skill TS4 Veterinarian Veterinarian It takes a steady hand, compassionate heart, and good knowledge of animal medical anatomy to be a great Veterinarian. Examine and Treat pets at your Vet Clinic to increase this skill!

Jungle Adventure[]

Icon Skill Notes
Archaeology Skill Archaeology Archaeology skill is built by digging up, authenticating, and studying ancient artifacts. Increasing this skill unlocks new interactions on the Archaeology Table.
Selvadoradian Culture Skill Selvadoradian culture Selvadoradian culture Skill is built by socializing with the locals in Selvadorada, tasting the local cuisine, and interacting with local vendors.

Seasons[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 FlowerArranging Flower arranging Flower arranging Skill is built by using Violets are Blue Flower Arranging Table. Increasing this skill will allow sims to create different flowers. High-skilled Sims will also be able to Scent arrangements with flowers, allowing Sims to have an emotional response to the arrangements.

Get Famous[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Acting Acting Acting Skill can be built by practicing acting on a mirror. It allows sims to preform scenes and unlock new socials related to acting.
Skill TS4 Media production Media production Media Production Skill can be built using the Mix Master Music Station, the More Views Video Station, or either Streaming Drone. It allows sims to use those stations more effectively.

Discover University[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Research & Debate Research & debate This skill can be improved and used with the Research Archive Machine to Research varying topics, and the Mirror to Practice Debating.
Skill TS4 Robotics Robotics Robotics skill is built by Tinkering at the Robotics Table and repairing Utili-Bots and Servos. Increasing this skill unlocks new craftables on the Robotics Table.

Eco Lifestyle[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Fabrication Fabrication Fabrication Skill is built by using the fabricator and by creating candles at the candle making table. Increasing the skill unlocks new recipes to explore!
Skill TS4 Juice Fizzing Juice fizzing Practicing the Juice Fizzing Skill allows Sims to become better at making better quality fizzy juice. Reaching max level of this skill will grant Sims the "Afizzionado" reward trait.

Nifty Knitting Stuff[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Knitting Knitting Leveling up in this skill lets Sims knit various articles of clothing, furniture and decorations.

Snowy Escape[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Rock Climbing Rock climbing Getting better at this physical skill will unlock new ways to climb as well as allow access to new areas and vistas.
Skill TS4 Skiing Skiing Leveling up in this skill unlocks new slope Interactions, Tricks, Outfits, Skis, Solo Interactions, and Socials.
Skill TS4 Snowboarding Snowboarding Leveling up grants access to harder slopes, more tricks, or becoming Snow Bros with other skilled Sims.

Paranormal Stuff[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Medium Medium Leveling up in this skill lets Sims conduct seances at a seance table, learn more seances, and form group seances.

Cottage Living[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Cross Stitch Cross-stitch Practicing this skill allows Sims to create multiple different cross-stitch pieces, and the ability to "stitch from reference."

High School Years[]

Icon Skill Notes
Skill TS4 Entrepreneur Entrepreneur Want to take your ideas on a journey from spark to small business to business empire? Build your Entrepreneur skill by progressing your Side Hustles and excelling in Odd Jobs and Freelance Careers!

Horse Ranch[]

Icon Skill Notes
TS4 Horse Riding Skill Icon Riding Horse Riding can be a recreational activity, a mode of travel, or a means for winning Competitions. The Skill reflects the riding Sim's capabilities rather than the horse's capabilities.

The best way to learn this skill is to mount up and get riding! All of a Sim's time spent riding improves their Horse Riding Skill, whether out for a leisurely ride or training the Horse's Agility, Jumping, or Endurance Skills.

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Nectar Making skill icon Nectar making Nectar Making combines the subtle art of extracting flavors from a wide variety of ingredients with the not-so-subtle art of smashing those ingredients to a pulp.

Nectar Making can be improved by crafting bottles at the Nectar maker. Improving the Nectar Making Skill increases how quickly Sims can craft Nectar, and unlocks access to new recipes.

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