competence
Translation
competence, ability, skill
Examples
He demonstrated great competence in his new role.
He demonstrated great competence in his new role.
The job requires a high level of technical competence.
The job requires a high level of technical competence.
Grammar Patterns
((in sth.)) competence in something Her competence in English is impressive.
((to do sth.)) competence to do something I have confidence in his competence to do the job.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ability, capability, skill, proficiency; Antonyms: incompetence, inability
Etymology
From Latin 'competentia' meaning 'agreement, symmetry', from 'competens', present participle of 'competere' (to be suitable).
Memory Tips
If you can 'compete', you have 'competence'. The '-ence' suffix often indicates a state or quality.