competent
adjective · KOM-puh-tuhnt
having enough skill to do something well
सक्षम, योग्य
Usage
competent ina competent driverhighly competent
Examples
We need a competent driver for the school bus.
She is competent in three languages.
Common mistake
Ten teams are competent in the final.
Ten teams are competing in the final.
Competing means taking part in a contest; competent means skilled.
Remember: Competent = up to the job.
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