employee skill

[ɪmˈplɔɪi skɪl]
nounpl: employee skills
habilidade do funcionário
1. A competency, ability, or proficiency that an employee possesses and can apply in their job
Strong communication is an essential employee skill in customer service roles.
Comunicação forte é uma habilidade do funcionário essencial em funções de atendimento ao cliente.
2. Technical or soft competencies that contribute to workplace performance and professional development
The company invested in training to develop employee skills in data analysis.
A empresa investiu em treinamento para desenvolver habilidades dos funcionários em análise de dados.
In both Brazilian and American corporate cultures, 'employee skills' are central to HR discussions, performance reviews, and career development. Brazilian companies increasingly use the English term 'skill' directly, especially in multinational corporations and tech industries. The concept emphasizes continuous learning and adaptability in modern workplaces.
NYC Slang
chops, street smarts (context-dependent)
Synonyms / Sinônimos
competencyabilityproficiencycapabilityexpertisetalent
Antonyms / Antônimos
incompetenceinabilityweaknessineptitude

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
habilidade do funcionário / competência do colaborador
Most common usage in corporate environments
São Paulo
skill do funcionário / competência profissional
Often uses English 'skill' in tech and corporate sectors
Rio de Janeiro
habilidade do empregado
Standard formal usage
Portugal
competência do funcionário / aptidão profissional
Slightly more formal; 'aptidão' preferred in some contexts

Related Words

professional developmenttrainingcompetency assessmentjob performancetechnical skillssoft skillscareer advancement

Related Idioms & Phrases

to have what it takes
to bring something to the table
to sharpen one's skills
jack of all trades
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