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Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced) - Skills & Competencies

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Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced)

the ability to perform tasks effectively and efficiently, demonstrating both physical and intellectual readiness

Ex: Her competence as a manager led to increased productivity and employee satisfaction in her department .
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to practice and improve skills or knowledge that one has learned in the past

Ex: She needs to brush her presentation skills up for the important meeting.
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procedure
[noun]

a particular set of actions conducted in a certain way

Ex: Safety procedures must be followed in the laboratory .
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competent
[Adjective]

possessing the needed skills or knowledge to do something well

Ex: The pilot 's competent navigation skills enabled a smooth and safe flight despite adverse weather conditions .
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to use information, knowledge, or past experience to aid in performing a task or achieving a goal

Ex: During the exam , students were encouraged to draw on their knowledge of the subject matter .
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expertise
[noun]

high level of skill, knowledge, or proficiency in a particular field or subject matter

Ex: The lawyer 's expertise in contract law ensured that the legal agreements were thorough and enforceable .
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literate
[Adjective]

having the skills to read and write

Ex: The ability to become literate is a fundamental human right and essential for participation in society .
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accomplished
[Adjective]

possessing great skill in a certain field

Ex: The accomplished artist 's paintings are displayed in galleries across the globe .
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dab hand
[noun]

an individual who excels at a specific type of activity

Ex: She 's a dab hand at playing the piano . Her performances are always flawless .
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unskilled
[Adjective]

lacking training or expertise in a particular type of work or task

Ex: Unskilled employees were trained on how to use the basic equipment .
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to arm
[Verb]

to get ready for a challenge or to prepare to fight

Ex: The rebels armed for a fight to protect their land .
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the mathematical process of finding the difference between two numbers, quantities, or expressions

Ex: Subtraction skills are essential in everyday tasks such as calculating change or determining discounts during shopping .
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fraction
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a number obtained by dividing one integer or rational number by another, typically written in the form a/b

Ex: In the recipe, use three-quarters (3/4) of a cup of sugar.
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ingenuity
[noun]

the ability to think creatively and come up with innovative solutions to problems or challenges

Ex: He admired the ingenuity behind ancient architecture .
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bilingual
[Adjective]

able to speak, understand, or use two languages fluently

Ex: The bilingual signage in airports and train stations facilitates communication for travelers from different linguistic backgrounds .
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to be among the best, most important, or most noticeable in a group

Ex: He's up there with the legends of the game.
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Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced)
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