Persuasion
Skill · Charisma
Associated Ability
Charisma
Ability Code
CHA
Rules Source
Player's Handbook (2024)
Rules Availability
Sourcebook
Rules
Honestly and graciously convince someone of something.
Using Persuasion
Persuasion (Charisma)
A Persuasion check normally uses Charisma . The Dungeon Master may call for a different ability when the situation justifies it.
The Tomato-Based Explanation
Persuasion is convincing the tomato farmer to give you a job.