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current competency

[ˈkɜːrənt ˈkɒmpɪtənsi]
nounpl: current competencies
competência atual
1. A skill, ability, or expertise that a person currently possesses and can demonstrate in the present
His current competency in project management makes him ideal for this role.
Sua competência atual em gerenciamento de projetos o torna ideal para este cargo.
2. The existing level of proficiency or capability in a specific area of knowledge or practice
We need to assess the team's current competency before starting the new initiative.
Precisamos avaliar a competência atual da equipe antes de iniciar a nova iniciativa.
Synonyms
present abilityexisting skillactual proficiencypresent capability
Antonyms
future competencydesired competencyrequired competency

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
competência atual
Standard usage in HR and professional development contexts
São Paulo
competência atual
Common in corporate and business environments
Portugal
competência presente
Alternative term sometimes used in Portuguese European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

skills inventory
capability assessment
competency evaluation
skill set
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