Sprachkompetenz

language competence; language proficiency

noun SHPRAHKH-kom-pe-tents Rare

Usage Note

Sprachkompetenz describes an individual's overall command of a language, encompassing grammar, vocabulary, and pragmatic skills. In education it is broken into Sprachkompetenz levels (A1–C2) following the European language framework.

Examples

"Ihre Sprachkompetenz in Deutsch ist bereits auf einem hohen Niveau."

Natural Translation

Her language competence in German is already at a high level.

Literal Translation

Her language-competence in German is already at a high level.

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