proficiency
Pronunciation: [prəˈfɪʃənsi]
Word
Context: “education”
(noun) the skill or ability to do something very well. It's like when you can ride a bike without falling or read a book all by yourself.
Example
She showed great proficiency in math, solving problems faster than her classmates.
Example
He had little proficiency in playing the guitar, struggling to play even simple songs.
Example
What level of proficiency do you have in speaking Spanish?
Context: “language”
(noun) how well someone knows a language. It means being able to speak, read, and write it effectively, like being able to have a conversation with friends in that language.
Example
His proficiency in English helped him communicate easily with everyone.
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Her lack of proficiency in French made it hard for her to understand the instructions.
Example
What proficiency levels are needed to work in an international office?
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