No. 4,706 in Spanish
competente
Skilled or capable.
In a sentence
María es muy competente en su trabajo como arquitecta.
María is very competent in her work as an architect.
adjective indicating proficiency
Buscamos un abogado competente para que nos asesore en este caso legal.
We are looking for a competent lawyer to advise us on this legal case.
adjective describing skillfulness
Juan tiene una actitud muy competente, lo que lo hace destacar entre los demás candidatos.
Juan has a very competent attitude, which makes him stand out among the other candidates.
adjective relating to a confident and effective approach
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