Have a way with somebody/something Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Positive Skill Refers to a special talent in dealing with certain things, often seen very positively. Mara has a way with plants, her garden is stunning. Pro Tip 2/3Natural Aptitude Implies someone has a natural skill without needing much training or effort. He just has a way with computers; he fixes them instinctively. Pro Tip 3/3Often Unexplained The ability is sometimes mysterious or hard to define, going beyond basic competence. Somehow, she has a way with the audience; they're captivated.