competence

noun
UK: /ˈkɒmpɪtəns/
US: /ˈkɑːmpɪtəns/

  1. The ability to do something well or effectively.

    1. She has the competence to do the job well.
    2. The candidate demonstrated competence in data analysis and problem-solving during the interview.

  2. The legal ability to make your own decisions.

    1. The court checked his competence before the trial.
    2. A doctor evaluated the patient's competence to make informed decisions about their medical treatment.

Synonyms

ability capability proficiency skill expertise adequacy

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "competence" in English means: The ability to do something well or effectively., The legal ability to make your own decisions..

The phonetic transcription of "competence" is /ˈkɒmpɪtəns/ in British English and /ˈkɑːmpɪtəns/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "competence": ability, capability, proficiency, skill, expertise, adequacy.

Example usage of "competence": "She has the competence to do the job well.". More examples on the page.