The cat's hunting skills were a source of pride for the owner.

Meaning: The owner was proud of the cat's ability to catch prey.

Choice of Words: Hunting is a noun that refers to the activity of searching for and catching animals for food or sport. Skills are the abilities and qualities that someone has that allow them to do something well. Source is a noun that refers to the place or thing from which something comes. Pride is a noun that refers to a feeling of satisfaction or pleasure in oneself or one's achievements.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• The cat's owner praised its clever hunting skills.
• The owner praised the cat's hunting skills with admiration.
• Lioness taught cubs hunting skills.
• Cubs play to learn hunting skills.
• Females lead the pride in hunting.
• Cats have sharp claws and teeth for hunting.
• The farmer's vegetables were a source of pride for him.
• The runner's achievement is a source of pride for their community.
• The owner's praise motivated the cat to continue honing its skills.
• Owner beams with pride at dog.