Kompetenz/kɔmpəˈtɛnt͡s/competence; skill; proficiency
Kompetenz is a German noun that means competence, skill, or proficiency. It is pronounced /kɔmpəˈtɛnt͡s/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Kompetenzen".
Definitions
1.the ability to do something successfully or efficiently(general ability)
a.a specific skill or capability needed for a task
Interkulturelle Kompetenzen sind im internationalen Geschäftsleben sehr wichtig.—Intercultural competences are very important in international business.
2.specialized professional knowledge or qualification(professional context)
a.expertise in a particular field or profession
Die Kompetenzen eines Ingenieurs umfassen technisches Wissen und Problemlösung.—An engineer's competences include technical knowledge and problem-solving.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Kompetenz | die Kompetenzen |
| Genitive | der Kompetenz | der Kompetenzen |
| Dative | der Kompetenz | den Kompetenzen |
| Accusative | die Kompetenz | die Kompetenzen |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Kompetenz" mean in English?
- "Kompetenz" means competence, skill, or proficiency. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Kompetenz"?
- "Kompetenz" is pronounced /kɔmpəˈtɛnt͡s/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Kompetenz" der, die, or das?
- "Kompetenz" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Kompetenz"?
- The plural of "Kompetenz" is "Kompetenzen".
- What part of speech is "Kompetenz"?
- "Kompetenz" is a noun in German.
