die Lesekompetenz
Translation
reading competence, reading skill, reading literacy
Examples
Gute Lesekompetenz ist für die Schule wichtig.
Good reading competence is important for school.
Wir fördern die Lesekompetenz der Schüler.
We promote the students' reading competence.
Grammar Patterns
to improve/promote ((sb's)) reading competence We need to promote the children's reading competence.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Lesefähigkeit, Textverständnis; Antonym: Analphabetismus (illiteracy)
Etymology
Composed of 'lesen' (to read) and 'Kompetenz' (competence).
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'competence' for 'reading' (lesen).