proficient
/pɹəˈfɪʃ.ənt/
proficient
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- 1.
skilled and experienced in a particular activity.
"She is proficient in all aspects of the business."
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She is very proficient in playing the piano.
She is very proficient in playing the piano.
To become proficient in a new language takes time and practice.
To become proficient in a new language takes time and practice.
The job requires a candidate to be proficient with computer software.
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How do you pronounce proficient?
proficient is pronounced [/pɹəˈfɪʃ.ənt/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does proficient mean?
proficient means "proficient". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is proficient?
proficient is a Intermediate-level word.
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Example: "She is very proficient in playing the piano." — used to mean "proficient".
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