multidimensional skill

[ˌmʌl.ti.dɪ.ˈmen.ʃə.nəl skɪl]
nounpl: multidimensional skills
habilidade multidimensional
1. A competency or ability that encompasses multiple aspects, dimensions, or areas of knowledge and practical application simultaneously
Leadership is a multidimensional skill that requires emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and communication abilities.
Liderança é uma habilidade multidimensional que exige inteligência emocional, pensamento estratégico e capacidades de comunicação.
2. A complex skill that integrates technical knowledge, soft skills, and contextual understanding across different domains
Project management is a multidimensional skill involving planning, budgeting, team coordination, and risk assessment.
Gerenciamento de projetos é uma habilidade multidimensional que envolve planejamento, orçamento, coordenação de equipe e avaliação de riscos.
3. An ability that extends across multiple levels of proficiency or application in various contexts
Digital literacy has become a multidimensional skill in modern workplaces, combining technical, critical, and creative abilities.
A literacia digital tornou-se uma habilidade multidimensional nos locais de trabalho modernos, combinando capacidades técnicas, críticas e criativas.
The concept of multidimensional skills has gained significant importance in both Brazilian and American professional contexts due to rapid technological change and the demand for more adaptable workers. In Brazil, this term is frequently used in educational reform discussions and corporate training programs. In the USA, it reflects the industry shift toward seeking employees with diverse skill sets rather than specialists in single domains.
NYC Slang
all-around skill / well-rounded ability
Synonyms / Sinônimos
complex skillcompound competencyintegrated abilitycross-functional skillversatile competence
Antonyms / Antônimos
single skillunidimensional abilitynarrow competencespecialized skill

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
habilidade multidimensional
Standard term used in educational and professional contexts
São Paulo
competência multidimensional
Often used in corporate training and business literature
Rio de Janeiro
habilidade multidimensional / competência integrada
Both terms are used interchangeably in professional development
Portugal
competência multidimensional / habilidade multifacetada
Slightly more formal usage; 'multifacetada' is also common

Related Words

soft skillshard skillscompetencyproficiencyexpertisecross-functionalholistictransferable skill

Related Idioms & Phrases

jack of all trades
wearing multiple hats
well-rounded professional
skill set that covers multiple bases
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