(sociolinguistics) A language user's grammatical knowledge of syntax, morphology, phonology and the like, as well as social knowledge about how and when to use utterances appropriately.

plural of communicative competence

(UK, law) The capacity of a child to consent to medical treatment without parental permission or knowledge.

An aspect of communicative competence consisting of the ability to organize one's communicated ideas effectively and to compensate for any communication breakdowns.

Entertainment featuring competent characters carrying out difficult tasks with great aptitude.

plural of core competency