proficiency

maîtrise, compétence

Capacité à bien faire quelque chose, généralement acquise par l’apprentissage et la pratique.

En anglais simple : The ability to do something well, usually gained through learning and practice.

• His proficiency in English has improved.
• The course helps students develop computer proficiency.
• Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in using the software.

Comment l'utiliser : proficiency in something (The job requires proficiency in English.); proficiency at doing something (She demonstrated proficiency at solving complex problems.)

Synonymes : skill, competence, ability

Contraires : incompetence

Expressions courantes : proficiency in something, language proficiency, achieve proficiency