incompetência
[ĩ.kõ.pe.ˈtẽ.sja]
nounfemininepl: incompetências
incompetence
1. Lack of skill, knowledge, or ability to perform a task or fulfill a responsibility adequately
The incompetence of the management led to the company's failure.
A incompetência da gerência levou ao fracasso da empresa.
2. Legal term: lack of authority or qualification to deal with a particular matter
The court ruled the judge's incompetence in handling the case.
O tribunal constatou a incompetência do juiz em lidar com o caso.
3. Inadequacy or unsuitability for a particular position or role
His incompetence for the job became evident after the first week.
Sua incompetência para o cargo tornou-se evidente após a primeira semana.
NYC Slang
incompetence, can't cut it, don't have what it takes
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