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Competent - Dictionary

Competent

Part of Speech

Adjective

Pronunciation

British English: /ˈkɒm.pɪ.tənt/

American English: /ˈkɑːm.pə.tənt/

Definitions

  • Having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to do something successfully.
  • Acceptable but not exceptional.
  • Legally qualified or capable.

Usage Examples

  • She is a competent software engineer with years of experience.
  • The judge ruled that he was competent to stand trial.
  • His work is competent but lacks originality.

Etymology

Derived from Latin competentem, the accusative form of competens, meaning "sufficient, fit, suitable," from competere, meaning "to meet, be appropriate."

Synonyms

  • Capable
  • Proficient
  • Qualified
  • Skilled
  • Efficient

Antonyms

  • Incompetent
  • Unqualified
  • Inept

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
FrenchCompétent/kɔ̃.pe.tɑ̃/
GermanKompetent/ˌkɔmpɛˈtɛnt/
SpanishCompetente/kom.peˈten.te/
PortugueseCompetente/kõ.peˈtẽ.tɨ/
ItalianCompetente/kom.peˈtɛn.te/
Chinese胜任/shèng rèn/
Japanese有能/yūnō/
RussianКомпетентный/kəmpʲɪˈtʲentnɨj/
Hindiकुशल/kuʃal/
Bengaliসক্ষম/ʃɔkʰɔm/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

  • British English: /ˈkɒm.pɪ.tənt/
  • American English: /ˈkɑːm.pə.tənt/
  • Australian English: /ˈkɒm.pɪ.tənt/

Historical Usage

The word "competent" has been in use since the 16th century, initially referring to legal capability before expanding to include general ability and proficiency.

Cultural Nuances

In professional settings, being "competent" is often a baseline expectation rather than a distinguishing quality. However, in legal and medical fields, competency is a critical factor in determining qualifications and decision-making ability.

More Information

The concept of competency extends to various fields, including education, employment, and psychology. Many competency frameworks exist to define expected skills in specific roles, ensuring individuals meet required standards of performance.

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