🇯🇵Japanese Source WordCode: JA

無能な

Pronunciation / Transliteration: munōna

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Incompetent/ɪnˈkɒmpɪtənt/
adjectiveCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇯🇵 Example Sentence in Japanese:

"無能なマネージャーはチームを効果的に導くことができませんでした。"

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2 senses
As adjective
  1. 1

    Not having the necessary skills or abilities to perform a task or job.

    "The incompetent manager failed to lead the team effectively."
  2. 2

    Lacking the qualities required for a particular role or function.

    "His incompetent handling of the situation led to further complications."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'incompetent' originates from the Latin 'incompetens', which combines 'in-' (not) and 'competens' (competent). It evolved through Middle French before entering English in the late 19th century, reflecting a shift in meaning towards a lack of ability or qualification.

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