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Hey, I am translating a document from Spanish to English. It is about an actress. In Colombia we have an idiomatic expression: "Tiene madera" (Has wood), meaning that has a talent that could be developed. Is there any IE in english meaning tha same?
Thanls.

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3. (cualidades)

* tener madera de algo -> to have the makings of something
* tener madera para algo -> to have what it takes for something

4. Nature, temperament; aptitude. (Figurative) (f)

* Tiene buena madera -> there's a lot in him
* Tiene madera de futbolista -> he'll make a soccer playe

Translate Madera into English | Spanish to English Translation

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figurative, colloquial flair, knack
ella tiene madera de oradora she has a flair for public speaking

http://kidsletters.com/reference/dic...spanish/madera