CEFR B1

competently

adverb

Meaning

In a way that shows you have the ability or skill to do something well.

Examples

The team worked competently to finish the project on time.
He speaks English competently, though he still makes some mistakes.

Synonyms: adequately, skillfully, efficiently, proficiently

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competently (B1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /kəmˈpetəntli/

Definition

In a way that shows you have the ability or skill to do something well.

Examples

The team worked competently to finish the project on time.
He speaks English competently, though he still makes some mistakes.
The chef competently prepared a delicious meal for the guests.

How to Use competently

competently at (prepositional phrase): Showing skill in a particular area or task. — "He is competent at managing budgets."
competently in (prepositional phrase): Showing skill within a specific field or context. — "She performed competently in her role as project manager."

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