die Sprachkompetenzen
Translation
language competencies, language skills, linguistic competence
Examples
Wir testen die Sprachkompetenzen der Bewerber.
We are testing the applicants' language competencies.
Sprachkompetenzen sind mehr als nur Grammatik.
Language competencies are more than just grammar.
Grammar Patterns
to acquire language competencies One can quickly acquire language competencies abroad.
to possess language competencies The candidate possesses excellent language competencies.
Similar Words
Sprachfertigkeiten, Sprachkenntnisse, Sprachbeherrschung
Etymology
Composed of 'Sprache' (language) and 'Kompetenzen' (competencies, plural), from Latin 'competentia'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'competence' in English. It's not just what you know ('Kenntnisse'), but what you can *do* with what you know.