expertise
word
/ˌɛkspɝˈtiz/
ek-spur-TEEZ
/ˌɛkspətˈiːz/
ek-spuh-TEEZ
Definition
A high level of skill or knowledge in a particular area, often gained through experience, education, or training.
Usage & Nuances
'Expertise' is formal or professional. It’s often used with 'in' or 'of' (e.g., 'expertise in finance'). Can be uncountable ('She has expertise') and is broader than 'skill,' which can be more basic or specific. Common in job contexts and recommendations.
Spanish: experiencia - pericia - especializaciónPortuguese (BR): especialização - perícia - conhecimento especializadoPortuguese (PT): especialização - perícia - conhecimento especializadoChinese (Simplified): 专业知识 - 专长Chinese (Traditional): 專業知識 - 專長Hindi: विशेषज्ञताArabic: خبرة - مهارة متخصصةBengali: দক্ষতা - বিশেষজ্ঞতাRussian: экспертиза - профессиональные знанияJapanese: 専門知識 - 専門技術Vietnamese: chuyên môn - kiến thức chuyên sâuKorean: 전문성 - 전문 지식Turkish: uzmanlık - bilgi birikimiUrdu: مہارت - تخصصIndonesian: keahlian - keprofesionalan
Example Sentences
He has expertise in computer programming.
basic
We need your expertise to solve this problem.
basic
We brought in an outside consultant for her expertise.
natural
His expertise really made a difference in the project.
natural
If you ever need legal expertise, let me know.
natural
Her expertise is in marketing.
basic