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qualifications

 

[ ˌkwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃənz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

job application

A list of the achievements, skills, experience, and credentials that a person has which make them suitable for a particular job or position.

Synonyms

certification, credentials, skills

Examples of usage

  • I have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, which is one of my qualifications for this position.
  • Her qualifications include five years of experience in marketing and a certification in digital marketing.
  • The job posting requires a minimum of three years of relevant work experience as a qualification.
Context #2 | Noun

education

The standards or requirements needed to obtain a degree, diploma, or certificate from an educational institution.

Synonyms

criteria, prerequisites, requirements

Examples of usage

  • The qualifications for admission to the program include a high school diploma and a personal essay.
  • She completed all the necessary qualifications to graduate with honors.
Context #3 | Noun

ability

A quality or attribute that makes someone suitable for a particular task or role.

Synonyms

abilities, aptitude, skills

Examples of usage

  • Her leadership skills are one of her key qualifications for the position.
  • Good communication skills are essential qualifications for customer service roles.

Translations

Translations of the word "qualifications" in other languages:

🇵🇹 qualificações

🇮🇳 योग्यता

🇩🇪 Qualifikationen

🇮🇩 kualifikasi

🇺🇦 кваліфікації

🇵🇱 kwalifikacje

🇯🇵 資格

🇫🇷 qualifications

🇪🇸 calificaciones

🇹🇷 nitelikler

🇰🇷 자격

🇸🇦 المؤهلات

🇨🇿 kvalifikace

🇸🇰 kvalifikácie

🇨🇳 资格

🇸🇮 kvalifikacije

🇮🇸 hæfi

🇰🇿 біліктілік

🇬🇪 კვალიფიკაციები

🇦🇿 ixtisaslar

🇲🇽 calificaciones

Etymology

The word 'qualifications' originated from the Latin word 'qualificare', which means 'to attribute a quality to'. Over time, it evolved to refer to the achievements, skills, or attributes that qualify a person for a particular job or position. The concept of qualifications has been integral to the recruitment and educational systems, helping individuals demonstrate their suitability and competence in various fields.

See also: disqualification, disqualify, qualification, qualified, qualifier, qualifying, unqualified.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,124, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.