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competence
/ˈkɑm.pə.təns/
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What does competence mean?
noun
- The quality or state of being competent, i.e. able or suitable for a general role.
- The quality or state of being able or suitable for a particular task; the quality or state of being competent for a particular task or skill.
- The system of linguistic knowledge possessed by native speakers of a language, as opposed to its actual use in concrete situations (performance), cf. linguistic competence.
More meanings (3)
noun
- the legal authority to deal with a matter.
- The degree to which a rock is resistant to deformation or flow.
- (dated) A sustainable income.
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IPA pronunciation
/ˈkɑm.pə.təns/
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“Isn’t that a hand to play?--a throne and your princess! And for me, say a competence and your Majesty’s gratitude.”
Blackmail, speculation on the Bourse, even the desperate expedient of a supposititious child, all these she tried as means of acquiring a competence.
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The chances for making great fortunes quickly will be diminished, while the facilities for acquiring a competence by steady labour will be increased.
Nevertheless the gifts he possessed were thoroughly recognised in his own day, and brought him, if not riches, at least competence and honour.