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competences

/ˈkɒmpɪtənsɪz/ /ˈkɒmpɪtn̩sɪz/

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noun

The quality or state of being competent, i.e. able or suitable for a general role.

Examples :

"The job description listed several competences, including communication, problem-solving, and teamwork. "

ability quality job work business achievement education

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noun

The quality or state of being able or suitable for a particular task; the quality or state of being competent for a particular task.

Examples :

"The company is investing in employee training to improve their technical competences. "

ability quality job business education achievement

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noun

The system of linguistic knowledge possessed by native speakers of a language, as opposed to its actual use in concrete situations (performance), cf. :w:linguistic competence.

Examples :

"Even though Maria never speaks French outside of class, her teacher knows her competences in French grammar and vocabulary are excellent because of her written work and in-class exercises. "

linguistics language grammar theory

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noun

A sustainable income.

Examples :

"The government is investing in training programs to ensure citizens have the competences to secure a sustainable income in a changing job market. "

business economy finance job asset

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The legal authority to deal with a matter.

Examples :

"That question is out with the competence of this court and must be taken to a higher court."

government law politics state

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The degree to which a rock is resistant to deformation or flow.

Examples :

"While observing various rock samples, the geology students noted the marked differences in their competences; the granite, for example, showed a much higher resistance to scratching and breaking than the softer shale. "

geology material science