false proficiency
[/fɔːls prəˈfɪʃənsi/]
nounpl: false proficiencies
proficiência falsa
1. An apparent or superficial competence in a skill or language that is not supported by genuine understanding or ability
His false proficiency in Spanish was exposed when he couldn't understand native speakers.
Sua proficiência falsa em espanhol foi exposta quando ele não conseguiu compreender falantes nativos.
2. The state of appearing skilled while lacking actual mastery or depth of knowledge
The student's false proficiency in mathematics led to failure on the comprehensive exam.
A proficiência falsa do aluno em matemática resultou em fracasso no exame abrangente.
NYC Slang
fake flex on a skill; all talk, no game
Related Idioms & Phrases
talking the talk without walking the walk
a wolf in sheep's clothing
more bark than bite
appear more skilled than you are
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