working mastery
[ˈwɜːrkɪŋ ˈmæstəri]
nounpl: working masteries
domínio funcional
1. practical competence or proficiency in a skill or subject that is sufficient for professional or practical purposes, though not necessarily expert-level knowledge
She has a working mastery of five languages, allowing her to conduct business meetings effectively.
Ela possui um domínio funcional de cinco idiomas, o que lhe permite conduzir reuniões de negócios efetivamente.
2. the level of skill required to perform a job or task adequately in a real-world context
His working mastery of the software was enough to manage the project successfully.
Seu domínio funcional do software foi suficiente para gerenciar o projeto com sucesso.
This term is commonly used in professional, academic, and corporate environments in both USA and Brazil to distinguish between theoretical knowledge and practical ability. It's particularly valued in multilingual business contexts and technical skill assessments where 'good enough to work' is the standard rather than perfection.
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