Meaning
competent, qualified
- having the necessary skill, knowledge, or qualifications to do something well
- having legal or administrative authority to deal with a matter
In a sentence
È un medico molto competente e preparato.
He is a very competent and well-trained doctor.
Dobbiamo rivolgerci all'ufficio competente per questa pratica.
We need to contact the relevant office for this file.
Non ritieni che sia la persona più competente per il ruolo?
Don't you think she is the most qualified person for the role?
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| competente | masculine · singular |
| competente | feminine · singular |
| competenti | masculine · plural |
| competenti | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- In legal or formal contexts, 'le autorità competenti' means 'the competent/relevant authorities'.