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: The technician 's competence in troubleshooting equipment issues minimized downtime in production .

to practice and improve skills or knowledge that one has learned in the past

Ex: Students often brush up on math concepts before final exams .

a particular set of actions conducted in a certain way

Ex: He learned the procedure for conducting the financial audit according to company guidelines .
competent [adjective]

possessing the needed skills or knowledge to do something well

Ex: His competent handling of the crisis earned him praise from both colleagues and superiors .

to use information, knowledge, or past experience to aid in performing a task or achieving a goal

Ex: When faced with a challenging decision , the manager decided to draw on the team 's collective expertise .

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

Ex: The mechanic 's expertise in automotive repair allowed him to quickly diagnose and fix complex engine issues .
literate [adjective]

having the skills to read and write

Ex: Literate citizens are better equipped to participate actively in society and make informed decisions .
accomplished [adjective]

possessing great skill in a certain field

Ex: The accomplished chef received a Michelin star for her culinary expertise .
dab hand [noun]

an individual who excels at a specific type of activity

Ex: Our boss is a dab hand at negotiation .
unskilled [adjective]

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

Ex: During the shortage , unskilled volunteers helped with relief efforts .
to arm [verb]

to get ready for a challenge or to prepare to fight

Ex: The army armed quickly for the battle ahead .

the mathematical process of finding the difference between two numbers, quantities, or expressions

Ex: Subtraction is one of the four basic arithmetic operations .
fraction [noun]

a number obtained by dividing one integer or rational number by another, typically written in the form a/b

Ex: Fractions can be converted to decimals for easier calculation .

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

Ex: His ingenuity turned a small idea into a successful business .
bilingual [adjective]

able to speak, understand, or use two languages fluently

Ex: The company prefers to hire bilingual employees to cater to a diverse customer base .
Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced)
Ecological Principles & Conservation Pollution, Waste & Human Impact Energy, Resources & Environmental Events Physics & States of Matter
Chemical & Material Processes Biology, Genetics & Life Processes Art Forms & Creative Processes The Art Scene
Sports Medical Practices & Treatments Illnesses, Injuries & Specific Conditions General Health & Medical Systems
Social Disadvantage & Core Issues Personal Traits & Character Societal Frameworks, Governance & Welfare Recruitment & Job Roles
Workplace Culture & Career Trade & Market Dynamics Technological Devices & Systems Telephoning & Direct Speech
Physical Appearance & Form Academic Studies & Qualifications Skills & Competencies Crime & Legal Consequences
Apparel, Cost & Styles Historical Societies & Economic Systems Work Performance & Conditions Financial Management & Economic Health
Corporate Structures & Strategic Actions Social Navigation & Behavior Patterns Perspectives, Beliefs & Navigating Challenges Traits & Self-Concept
Cognitive Processes & Memory Analysis, Judgment & Problem Solving Innovation, Development & Function Superstition & Supernatural
Media, Publishing & Information Dynamics Emotional States & Reactions Communicative Interpretation & Expression Formal Communication & Information Exchange
Social Influence & Strategies Personal Conduct & Self-Management State & Condition Relational & Abstract Qualities
Clarity, Perception & Reality Style & Atmosphere Negative Judgments & Flaws Positive Judgments & High Value
Challenging Interactions & Social Tactics Family & Social Connections Adverbs & Adverbial Phrases Manual Actions or Physical Movement
Level & Intensity Everyday Objects & Domestic Life Food, Cooking & Dining Creatures & Their Behaviors