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How to pronounce qualifications

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kʰwahluhfuhKʰEYshnz

/ˌkʰwɑ.lə.fəˈkʰeɪ.ʃn̩z/

5 syllables · Stress the fourth syllable.

Form of qualification

Official certificates, degrees, or other proof that people have a particular skill or level of knowledge.

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Meanings & examples

plural noun

Official certificates, degrees, or other proof that people have a particular skill or level of knowledge.

He listed his academic qualifications on the application.

The employer accepted her nursing qualifications.

Good to know

Qualifications usually mean certificates, degrees, or proven skills, not school grades.

plural noun

Skills, experience, or personal qualities that make people suitable for a job or activity.

Her teaching experience and language skills are important qualifications for the job.

He has the qualifications to lead the team.

plural noun

The process or result of being allowed to enter a competition or continue to its next stage.

The World Cup qualifications begin next month.

The qualifications for the final were held on Saturday.

plural noun

Details that limit or change the meaning of a statement, agreement, or promise.

The proposal was accepted, but with several qualifications.

Her support came with important qualifications.

Useful expressions

without qualification

completely, with no condition or exception

The report supports the proposal without qualification.

qualification round

a competition that decides who can enter the main competition

She advanced from the qualification round.

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