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/ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ kəmˈpɛtəns/ · lan·guage com·pe·tence
noun
  1. The ability to use language effectively and accurately in various contexts. Her language competence in Spanish allowed her to communicate fluently with the locals during her trip.
  2. A measure of an individual's proficiency in a language, often used in language testing and assessment. The language competence test was designed to evaluate the student's reading, writing, and speaking skills in English.
adjective
  1. Relating to or characterized by a high level of language proficiency. The language competence of the native speakers was impressive, and they were able to explain complex concepts in simple terms.
Did you know? The concept of language competence has been widely used in language teaching and testing, and is an essential aspect of language education.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026