1. A person who has acquired specialized knowledge and competence in a particular trade or profession through training and experience
The factory hired several skilled workers to operate the new machinery.
A fábrica contratou vários trabalhadores qualificados para operar a nova maquinaria.
2. An employee whose work requires technical expertise and professional training
Skilled workers in the construction industry earn higher wages than unskilled laborers.
Os trabalhadores qualificados na indústria da construção ganham salários mais altos do que os operários não qualificados.