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questionable competence

[ˈkwɛstʃənəbəl ˈkɑmpɪtəns]
noun phrase
competência questionável
1. Ability or skill in a particular area that is doubtful, uncertain, or subject to doubt; professional or technical capability that lacks credibility or reliability
The contractor's questionable competence led to numerous construction delays and budget overruns.
A competência questionável do contratante resultou em múltiplos atrasos na construção e estouros de orçamento.
2. Lack of clear evidence of adequate knowledge, skill, or capability to perform required duties or responsibilities
His questionable competence in financial management raised concerns among board members.
Sua competência questionável na gestão financeira levantou preocupações entre os membros do conselho.
NYC Slang
sus skills or sus abilities (informal, contemporary usage)
Synonyms
doubtful competencedisputed competencedubious competenceuncertain abilitylack of credibilityquestionable ability
Antonyms
proven competencedemonstrated competenceunquestionable competenceclear expertiseestablished proficiency

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
competência questionável
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
competência duvidosa
Alternative formal usage, common in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
competência questionável
Standard formal usage
Portugal
competência questionável
Standard usage; may also use 'competência duvidosa'

Related Idioms & Phrases

not up to the task
out of one's depth
barking up the wrong tree
not holding water
raising eyebrows
under fire
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