tech-savvy

American  

[tek-sav-ee] / ˈtɛkˌsæv i /

Or tech savvy

adjective

1. having much knowledge of or skill with current technology, especially digital technology.

   You don't have to be a very tech-savvy teacher to use these online resources in your classroom.

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noun

1. Usually tech savvy knowledge of or skill with current technology, especially digital technology.

   If I can learn the software this quickly, with my limited tech savvy, then hopefully others can as well.

   There’s a group called Teen Tech Volunteers who use their tech-savvy to assist adults with basic computer usage.

Etymology

Origin of tech-savvy

First recorded in 1990–95

Example Sentences

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tech-savvy

Mykhailo Fedorov, 35, a tech-savvy minister who championed drones and military reform, was sacked earlier this week in a controversial government reshuffle by Zelensky.

From Barron's ● Jul. 18, 2026

Young doctors have more up-to-date knowledge, are more tech-savvy and will be around to take care of you longer.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 3, 2026

As a partner at the advisory firm ISG where he focuses on enterprise software, Smith can be classified as a tech-savvy early adopter.

From BBC ● May 13, 2026

VPNs are no longer just for tech-savvy users—they’re essential tools for streaming, keeping data secure and everyday browsing.

From Salon ● Mar. 27, 2026

Among the current panoply are “prediction markets,” “event contracts” and “event prediction,” perhaps to attract a tech-savvy audience.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 23, 2026