die Sprachkompetenz
Translation
language competence, language proficiency, linguistic skills
Examples
Ihre Sprachkompetenz in Deutsch ist beeindruckend.
Her language competence in German is impressive.
Man braucht hohe Sprachkompetenz für diesen Job.
You need high language competence for this job.
Grammar Patterns
to improve one's language competence ((in sth.)) He wants to improve his language competence in German.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Sprachbeherrschung, Sprachfertigkeit
Etymology
Composed of 'Sprache' (language) and 'Kompetenz' (competence).
Memory Tips
It's a direct equivalent of the American English 'language competence', making it easy to remember.