competency
Translation
competency, skill, ability
Examples
The company identified key competencies for the role.
The company identified key competencies for the role.
Leadership is a core competency for managers.
Leadership is a core competency for managers.
Grammar Patterns
a competency ((in sth.)) a specific skill that you need to do a job The company looks for key competencies in new staff.
Similar Words
Synonyms: skill, ability, proficiency
Etymology
From 'competent', ultimately from Latin 'competere'. The '-cy' suffix forms nouns denoting a state or quality.
Memory Tips
Think of 'competency' as a specific, measurable skill. It's often used in the plural, 'competencies', in a business or HR context.