compétence — meaning in English
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English meaning
- bailiwick noun The district within which a bailie or bailiff has jurisdiction.
- competence noun The skill and ability needed to do something well.
- competency noun The ability or skill needed to perform a particular task; near-identical to competence.
- expertise noun Specialized skill or deep knowledge in a particular area.
- proficiency noun A high level of skill or competence at something.
- skill noun An ability to do something well, usually gained through learning or practice.
Senses
compétence is used for these senses in English:
- bailiwick A person's concern or sphere of operations, their area of skill or authority.
- competence (countable) The quality or state of being able or suitable for a particular task; the quality or state of being competent for a particular task or skill.
- competency (linguistics) Implicit knowledge of a language’s structure.
- expertise Great skill or knowledge in a particular field or hobby.
- proficiency Ability, skill, competence.
- skill A capacity to do something well; a technique, an ability, usually acquired or learned, as opposed to abilities that are regarded as innate.
bailiwick — full definition
- noun The district within which a bailie or bailiff has jurisdiction.
- noun A person's concern or sphere of operations, their area of skill or authority.