professional

• Relatif à une profession ou qui en fait partie ; qui démontre les compétences, la compétence ou les normes attendues d'une personne formée.

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.

   professionnel (relatif à une profession)

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

   Synonymesbusinesscareeroccupationalvocational

2. Competent and skilledB1formal

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

   Compétent et sérieux

   • 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.

   Synonymesableadeptcapablecompetentconsummateexperiencedexpertknowledgeablemasterfulpolishedpracticedproficientseasonedskilled

   Antonymesamateurishincompetentineptunprofessionalunskilled

3. Paid for workB1formal

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

   Professionnel (rémunéré)

   • 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.

   Synonymespaidremuneratedsalaried

   Antonymesamateurhobbyistunpaidvoluntary

• Nom désignant une personne qui possède une qualification et exerce une activité dans un domaine particulier, généralement exigeant une formation ou une éducation spécialisée.

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.

   Professionnel qualifié

   • 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.

   Synonymesadeptauthorityexpertmasterpractitionerprospecialist

   Antonymesamateur

2. Expert in a fieldB1formal

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

   professionnel (expert)

   • 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.

   Synonymesadeptauthorityexpertgurumaestromasterprospecialistveteranvirtuoso

   Antonymesamateurneophytenovice