Calificado (en. Qualified)

/kalifikaðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That possesses the necessary characteristics to perform a function or task.
The qualified candidate was selected for the position.
El candidato calificado fue seleccionado para el puesto.
That has been evaluated and meets the established requirements.
A qualified engineer is required for this project.
Se requiere un ingeniero calificado para este proyecto.
That has distinguished itself in a specific area.
She is a qualified artist with several exhibitions.
Ella es una artista calificada con varias exposiciones.

Etymology

From Latin 'qualificatus', participle of 'qualificare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

qualified example
An example that is representative of good quality.
ejemplo calificado
to be qualified
To be judged or evaluated based on certain characteristics.
ser calificado
qualified for
To have the necessary skills for something.
calificado para

Related Words

qualification
The process of evaluating or measuring skills or qualities.
calificación
qualification
The action or effect of qualifying.
cualificación
qualifying
That can be evaluated or considered.
calificable

Slang Meanings

To refer to someone who is competent in their work.
That guy is qualified; he knows what he's doing.
Ese tipo es un calificado, sabe lo que hace.
Positive description of a highly specialized person.
That doctor is qualified; I fully trust her.
Esa doctora es calificada; confío plenamente en ella.