Competent in Tagalog

“Competent” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “may kakayahan” or “kompetente”, referring to someone who has the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to do something successfully. Understanding this adjective helps in describing qualifications and capabilities—explore its meanings and usage below.

[Words] = Competent

[Definition]:

• Competent /ˈkɒmpɪtənt/
• Adjective 1: Having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to do something successfully.
• Adjective 2: Adequate or satisfactory for a particular purpose.
• Adjective 3: Legally qualified or authorized to act in a particular capacity.

[Synonyms] = May kakayahan, Kompetente, Mahusay, Marunong, Dalubhasa, Bihasang, Sanay

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: She is a highly competent engineer with years of experience.
• Ex1_PH: Siya ay isang napakakompetenteng inhinyero na may taon ng karanasan.
• Ex2_EN: The team needs competent leaders to guide them through the project.
• Ex2_PH: Ang koponan ay nangangailangan ng mga may kakayahan na lider upang gabayan sila sa proyekto.
• Ex3_EN: He proved himself to be a competent manager in handling difficult situations.
• Ex3_PH: Napatunayan niya ang sarili bilang kompetenteng manager sa paghawak ng mahihirap na sitwasyon.
• Ex4_EN: Only competent medical professionals should perform the procedure.
• Ex4_PH: Tanging mga may kakayahan na propesyonal sa medisina ang dapat magsagawa ng pamamaraan.
• Ex5_EN: The lawyer must be competent to represent clients in court.
• Ex5_PH: Ang abogado ay dapat na kompetente upang kumatawan sa mga kliyente sa hukuman.