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achieving proficiency

[/əˈtʃiːvɪŋ prəˈfɪʃənsi/]
verb phrase
alcançar proficiência
1. The process of reaching a high level of skill, competence, or expertise in a particular area or subject
Achieving proficiency in a foreign language requires consistent practice and dedication.
Alcançar proficiência em uma língua estrangeira requer prática consistente e dedicação.
2. Attaining a state of being proficient; becoming competent or skilled
The students are focused on achieving proficiency in mathematics before the final exam.
Os alunos estão focados em alcançar proficiência em matemática antes do exame final.
Synonyms
attaining competencereaching expertisegaining masterydeveloping skillsbecoming skilled
Antonyms
losing proficiencylacking competenceremaining unskilleddeclining ability

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
alcançar proficiência
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
alcançar proficiência
Common in educational and professional contexts
Rio de Janeiro
alcançar proficiência
Standard usage
Portugal
atingir proficiência
Preferred in European Portuguese; 'atingir' is more common than 'alcançar'

Related Idioms & Phrases

reach a level of proficiency
attain proficiency
become proficient at something
master a skill
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