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    Competente (en. Competent)

    /kom.pe'ten.te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Refers to a person who has the necessary qualities to carry out a job or function.
    The doctor is competent to perform complex surgeries.
    El médico es competente para realizar cirugías complejas.
    One who possesses the knowledge and skills in a specific area.
    He is a competent engineer, recognized in his field.
    Es un ingeniero competente, reconocido en su campo.
    One who has the authority or right to perform a certain action.
    The judge is competent to issue a verdict.
    El juez es competente para dictar sentencia.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'competens', which means 'competing' or 'having the right'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    competent in their work
    One who performs their work with efficiency and professionalism.
    competente en su trabajo
    to be competent
    To have the necessary skills to complete a task.
    ser competente
    competent person
    Individual who possesses the appropriate qualities to be effective in their field.
    persona competente

    Related Words

    competence
    Ability to perform a task or activity.
    competencia
    competitiveness
    Capability to compete, to excel in a specific area.
    competitividad
    competitor
    Person who competes in an event or in a market.
    competidor

    Slang Meanings

    Good vibe for a job
    That person is very competent, they always solve problems.
    Esa persona es muy competente, siempre resuelve los problemas.
    Capable of anything
    She is competent, you can call her for anything.
    Ella es competente, la puedes llamar para cualquier cosa.