1.
capable, talented, competent
Having the ability or skills needed to do something well.
彼は有能な弁護士だ。
He is a capable lawyer.
有能な人材を求めています。
We are looking for talented personnel.
彼女は有能で信頼できる。
She is capable and trustworthy.
USAGE: 有能 is used to describe someone with demonstrated ability or competence, especially in professional contexts.
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 有能な人 (capable person)
- 有能な人材 (talented personnel)
- 有能な{スタッフ} (capable staff)
CONTRAST:
- 無能 - incompetent, incapable
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 優秀 - excellent (emphasizes high quality)
- 有能 - capable (emphasizes practical ability)