Compétent
Example: Elle est compétente pour gérer des projets complexes efficacement.
Definition
"Compétent" describes someone having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to do something successfully, especially in a professional or practical context. For example, being "compétent" means being capable of managing complex projects efficiently.
Etymology
The word "compétent" comes from the Latin 'competent-', meaning 'suitable' or 'fit', derived from 'competere' which means 'to meet, agree, or be suitable'. Did you know? The root also relates to the English word 'competent', both sharing the same origin.
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"Compétent" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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