C1
competence vs competency
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| competencenoun/ˈkɑːm.pə.təns/ | Meaning the ability to do something well or to the required standard | Goes with competence in | Example The certificate proves your competence in English for university study. |
| competencynoun/ˈkɑːm.pə.tən.si/ | Meaning a skill or ability that is needed to do a job well | Goes with core competency | Example The job requires strong competency in data analysis and writing. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
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