qualification - Master This Word
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qualification Word Meanings
- skills or experiences that make someone suitable for a job
- a condition or circumstance that must be met
- a degree or certification showing completion of training
qualification Example Sentences
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qualification Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/kwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
US
/kwɑːlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
qualification Word Etymology
qualification = qualis (Latin for 'of such a kind') + ficare (to make) + -tion (suffix for forming nouns); Originated from Latin → Old French → English. Picture someone adding a badge of expertise to their skillset, demonstrating readiness and capability.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputEnglish Brain Route
First I lean forward, push the keyboard, and move a few papers around, as if rearranging a scene. I hold a credential in my hand and turn it, weighing it against what the job asks for, feeling the pull between skill and requirement. The effort tightens my focus; I adjust my stance, set my plan, and decide which experiences to highlight. In that small, practical moment, qualification begins to feel like a live sense of readiness, something I can place on the page and carry into the interview.
Real Context
Qualification is the set of skills or experiences that make someone suitable for a job, a condition that must be met for a procedure, and the degree or certificate showing completion of training. In hiring, employers assess qualifications such as relevant work history, specific skills, and educational credentials. In legal or policy contexts, a qualification can be a prerequisite one must satisfy before something can take place. In education, a diploma or certification stands as a formal qualification. The word carries a sense of adequacy or readiness, a badge of competence. Learners should remember that qualifications can be both tangible (degrees, certificates) and experiential (proof of ability). Picture someone adding a badge to their skillset to signal readiness and capability.
Usage Reminders
- 1) Use qualification for credentials, conditions, and certifications. 2) Qualifications can be plural when listing multiple credentials. 3) Ask 'What are your qualifications?' to invite a summary of credentials. 4) Distinguish formal qualifications (degrees/certificates) from informal ones (experience). 5) Avoid using qualification to mean mere skill without proof of credential.
Common Misconceptions
- Qualification equals a degree only
- If you are overqualified, you cannot get a job
- Certification guarantees employment
- Qualification means permission or license by itself
- Qualifying once means you never need to improve
Thinking Differences
English speakers tend to separate 'qualification' as either formal credentials or as a readiness signal; learners often confuse 'qualification' with 'qualification level' or with 'grade.'
Learning Tips
- Practice using qualification in sentences about jobs, procedures, and education.
- Review pairs: qualification vs. credentials vs. permit.
- Read job ads to see how employers phrase required qualifications.
- Keep a personal 'qualifications' list for interviews.
- Use plural form when listing multiple qualifications.
- Avoid conflating 'qualification' with grades or marks.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
Which option best defines the word 'qualification'?
A.A skill, credential, or achievement that makes someone suitable for a particular job or task.
B.A device used to measure temperature in a laboratory.
C.The act of removing someone from a competition.
D.A feeling of pleasure or joy.
Step 2: Usage
Which sentence uses the word 'qualification' correctly?
A.She listed her highest qualification when applying for the teaching position.
B.Please qualification the file and send it to HR.
C.After the foul, the referee gave the player a qualification.
D.The soup tasted with a strange qualification this morning.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar in meaning to 'qualification'?
A.credential
B.disqualification
C.habit
D.announcement
Step 4: Opposite Words
Which word is the opposite of 'qualification'?
A.limitation
B.credential
C.disqualification
D.training
Step 5: Mastery
Can you give an example of a real-life scenario where this word could be used? Choose the option that best fits.
A.She changed the subject when asked about her plans.
B.The player broke the rules and was removed from the competition.
C.After finishing the apprenticeship, he showed his certificate to employers to prove he can do the job.
D.They extended the deadline because the team needed more time.
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