Qualifiziert
Example: Sie ist für die neue Position sehr gut qualifiziert.
Definition
"Qualifiziert" describes someone having the necessary skills, knowledge, or credentials to perform a specific task or job effectively. For example, in the sentence "Sie ist für die neue Position sehr gut qualifiziert," it indicates that she is very well suited and capable for the new position.
Etymology
The word "qualifiziert" comes from the Latin 'qualificare,' meaning to make of a certain quality. It entered German through French influence, where 'qualifier' means to attribute a quality. Did you know? The term originally related broadly to qualities but narrowed over time to mean officially certified or skilled.
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"Qualifiziert" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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