unsuitable competence
[/ˌʌnˈsuːtəbəl ˈkɒmpɪtəns/]
noun phrasepl: unsuitable competences
competência inadequada
1. A skill, ability, or qualification that is not appropriate, fitting, or relevant for a particular task, role, or situation
His unsuitable competence in graphic design made him ineffective for the engineering position.
Sua competência inadequada em design gráfico o tornou ineficaz para a posição de engenharia.
2. A capability that lacks the required standards or relevance for achieving a specific objective
The team's unsuitable competence in financial management led to project delays.
A competência inadequada da equipe em gestão financeira resultou em atrasos no projeto.
This term is frequently used in Brazilian HR and business contexts when discussing job fit, performance evaluations, and professional development. In the USA, similar concepts are common in employment law and workplace discussions. The phrase emphasizes the mismatch between someone's abilities and job requirements, which is crucial in both cultures for organizational effectiveness.
NYC Slang
wrong skill for the job
Related Idioms & Phrases
square peg in a round hole
fish out of water
barking up the wrong tree
putting the cart before the horse
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