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skill gap
[/skɪl gæp/]
noun
pl: skill gaps
lacuna de competências
1.
The difference between the skills an employee currently possesses and the skills required to perform a job effectively
The company identified a significant skill gap in data analysis among its workforce.
A empresa identificou uma lacuna significativa de competências em análise de dados entre sua força de trabalho.
2.
A discrepancy between available talent and what is needed for organizational success
To address the skill gap, they implemented a comprehensive training program.
Para colmatar a lacuna de competências, implementaram um programa de treinamento abrangente.
Synonyms
competency gap
skills deficit
training need
knowledge gap
capability gap
Antonyms
skill match
competency alignment
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
lacuna de competências
Most common usage in business context
São Paulo
gap de habilidades
Also used in corporate environments
Portugal
lacuna de competências
Standard term in Portuguese HR and education sectors
Related Idioms & Phrases
bridge the skill gap
close the skills gap
identify a skill gap
address the skill gap
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