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competent

/'kɑmpɪtənt/ · kɑmpɪtənt

Competent has 3 syllables: com · pe · tent.

com
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pe
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tent
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adjective. Adequate, but not outstanding or exceptional.

adjective. Properly or sufficiently qualified or capable or efficient.

Legally qualified or sufficient.

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