practical skill; hands-on technique
Refers to actual, applied ability as opposed to theoretical knowledge. Often used in contexts like driving tests, vocational training, or performance assessments.
教習所で実技試験を受けた。
I took the practical driving test at the driving school.
Next week I'll take the practical exam at the driving school.
この授業は実技が中心だ。
This class focuses on hands-on skills.
I practice every day to hone my practical skills.
I received hands-on instruction from a professional athlete.
実践 means putting theory into practice or actually carrying something out in real life, whereas 実技 refers to the hands-on skill itself or a test of that skill.
practical exam; practical test
Compound of 実 (じつ, 'real, actual') and 技 (ぎ, 'skill, technique').