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competence

/kəmˈpɛtəns/ noun · British & US
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What does competence mean?

noun

The state of being competent; the ability to perform a task or function effectively. A person's skill or expertise in a particular area.

Example

"The company's competence in software development allowed them to create a successful app."

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