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qualification

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /kwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /kwɑlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun
Definition

A requirement or condition that must be met to be eligible for something, often related to skills or achievements needed for a job or task.


Example

She has the necessary qualifications to apply for the job.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you checked the qualification requirements for that job you wanted?
Sloth B
Not yet, but I hope I meet them all.
Sloth A
Yeah, it's important to know what they expect from applicants.
Sloth B
Definitely! I want to be sure I have the right skills.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
credential
requirement
certification
Antonyms
ineligibility
disqualification
failure
Root Explanation

Qualification → It is formed from "qualis" (meaning of what kind) and the suffix "-fication" (meaning the process of making or doing). The word "qualification" refers to the process of determining what kind or level of skill or ability someone possesses.

Memory Tip

Think of determining 'what kind' ('qualis') of skills someone has through a specific process ('-fication').

Visually Confused Words
unqualification
requalification
prequalification
nonqualification
disqualification
quantification
uglification
salification
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