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Fremdsprachenkenntnisse

foreign language skills, knowledge of foreign languages

noun FREMT-shpra-khen-kent-ni-se Rare
Communication Language

Usage Note

Fremdsprachenkenntnisse appear frequently in job applications and CVs. The plural is standard; one specifies the level: grundlegende, gute, or verhandlungssichere Fremdsprachenkenntnisse.

Examples

"Gute Fremdsprachenkenntnisse in Spanisch und Französisch sind von Vorteil."

Natural Translation

Good foreign language skills in Spanish and French are an advantage.

Literal Translation

Good foreign-language knowledge in Spanish and French are of advantage.

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