professional

• Relativo a una profesión o que pertenece a ella; que demuestra habilidad, competencia o los estándares esperados de una persona capacitada.

Relating to or belonging to a profession; showing the skill, competence, or standards expected of a trained person.

1. Relating to a job or careerA2formal

   Connected with a job that requires special training, education, or skill.

   profesional (relativo a un empleo o carrera)

   • She received professional training in accounting.
   • He has a professional qualification in engineering.
   • They hired a professional consultant for the project.

   Sinónimosbusinesscareeroccupationalvocational

2. Competent and skilledB1formal

   Showing a high level of skill, competence, or seriousness in one's work.

   competente y hábil

   • Her presentation was very professional and well-organized.
   • He handled the difficult situation in a professional manner.
   • The team delivered a professional service to the client.

   Sinónimosableadeptcapablecompetentconsummateexperiencedexpertknowledgeablemasterfulpolishedpracticedproficientseasonedskilled

   Antónimosamateurishincompetentineptunprofessionalunskilled

3. Paid for workB1formal

   Done as a paid job rather than as a hobby or amateur activity.

   profesional (remunerado)

   • He is a professional photographer, not just an amateur.
   • She plays tennis at a professional level.
   • The company only hires professional musicians for their events.

   Sinónimospaidremuneratedsalaried

   Antónimosamateurhobbyistunpaidvoluntary

• Persona que tiene la cualificación y trabaja en una profesión u área determinada, que normalmente requiere educación o formación especializada; también puede referirse a alguien muy competente o experto en su campo.

A noun referring to a person who is qualified and employed in a specific profession or field, typically requiring specialized education or training.

1. Qualified workerA2formal

   A person who is qualified and paid to do a specific job that requires advanced training or education.

   Profesional cualificado

   • The company hired a professional to manage the accounts.
   • She is a healthcare professional with over ten years of experience.
   • Professionals in this field must pass a certification exam.

   Sinónimosadeptauthorityexpertmasterpractitionerprospecialist

   Antónimosamateur

2. Expert in a fieldB1formal

   A person who has great skill and expertise in a particular activity or subject.

   Experto en un campo

   • He is a true professional when it comes to photography.
   • The team consulted a legal professional for advice.
   • She is considered a professional in the world of classical music.

   Sinónimosadeptauthorityexpertgurumaestromasterprospecialistveteranvirtuoso

   Antónimosamateurneophytenovice