有能(ゆうのう)

ゆうのう
な-adjective
capable, talented
1. capable, talented, competent
Having the ability or skills needed to do something well.
彼(かれ)は有能(ゆうのう)な弁護士(べんごし)だ。
He is a capable lawyer.
有能(ゆうのう)な人材(じんざい)を求(もと)めています。
We are looking for talented personnel.
彼女(かのじょ)は有能(ゆうのう)で信頼(しんらい)できる。
She is capable and trustworthy.

USAGE: 有能(ゆうのう) is used to describe someone with demonstrated ability or competence, especially in professional contexts.

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SIMILAR WORDS:

  • 優秀(ゆうしゅう) - excellent (emphasizes high quality)
  • 有能(ゆうのう) - capable (emphasizes practical ability)

Related Words

Antonym: 無能(むのう) (incompetent)
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Added 2026.1.13 1:04 · Revised 2026.5.27 5:08
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