2026-04-02

proficiency

  • meaning:
    • the fact of having the skill and experience for doing something
    • great skill, ability, and experience
  • nuance:
    • “English proficiency” is more natual and formal than “English skills”
  • example:
    • Photographs entered in the contest will be judged on originality and technical proficiency.
  • my sentence:
    • The company checks applicants’ English proficiency.