🇵🇹Portuguese Source WordCode: PT

Competência global

Pronunciation / Transliteration: kõpe'tẽsɪɐ ɡlo'bal

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Global Competence/ˈɡloʊ.bəl ˈkɒm.pɪ.təns/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇵🇹 Example Sentence in Portuguese:

"A competência global é importante para a educação moderna."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The ability to understand and act on issues of global significance, including cultural awareness and the capacity to communicate across cultures.

    "In today's interconnected world, global competence is essential for students to thrive in diverse environments."
  2. 2

    A set of knowledge, skills, and attitudes that enable individuals to navigate and contribute to a multicultural world.

    "Employers increasingly seek candidates with global competence to enhance their international operations."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'global competence' combines 'global', derived from the Latin 'globus' meaning 'sphere', and 'competence', from Latin 'competentia', meaning 'suitability'. The phrase has evolved in the context of education and international relations since the late 20th century, reflecting the need for individuals to engage effectively in a globalized world.

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