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  1. 홈 /
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  3. English Dictionary /
  4. technical competence

technical competence

/ˈtɛknɪkəl kəmˈpɛtəns/
proficiency in technical skills

The engineer demonstrated technical competence by solving the complex system failure.

The engineer showed their ability to handle technical problems effectively.


Technology
technical

The ability to perform tasks that require specialized knowledge or skills in a technical field.

Her technical competence in software development was evident in the clean, efficient code she produced.

Her skill in writing software was clear from the well-structured and efficient code she created.

Often used in professional contexts to describe expertise in technical areas such as engineering, IT, or specialized trades.

Business
Business

The capability to apply technical knowledge effectively in a business or operational setting.

The team's technical competence was crucial in meeting the project deadlines without compromising quality.

The team's ability to use their technical skills effectively helped them complete the project on time and well.

In business, this often refers to the ability to implement technical solutions to solve problems or improve processes.

Collocations

demonstrate technical competenceshow expertise in a technical arealack of technical competenceinability to perform technical tasks effectively

Synonyms

technical skilltechnical expertiseproficiencycompetency

Antonyms

incompetenceinexperiencelack of skill

Related Phrases

technical proficiencyphrase
a high level of skill in a technical field
technical expertisephrase
deep knowledge and skill in a technical area

Pro Tip

Professional Context

Use this phrase in resumes, job interviews, and performance reviews to highlight technical abilities.

Gold Rule

Precision

Ensure the context matches the field (e.g., technology, business, engineering) to avoid ambiguity.

Word Origin

From 'technical' (relating to specialized knowledge) + 'competence' (ability to perform effectively).

Usage Notes

Often used in professional evaluations, job descriptions, and performance reviews to assess technical abilities.

Word Breakdown

technical
relating to specialized knowledge or skills
root
+
competence
the ability to perform tasks effectively
root
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