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"Cualificado" is a form of "cualificado", an adjective which is often translated as "skilled". "Calificado" is a form of "calificado", an adjective which is often translated as "qualified". Learn more about the difference between "cualificado" and "calificado" below.
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
1. (having specialized training)
Regionalism used in Spain
(Spain)
a. skilled
Se espera que la escasez de trabajadores cualificados aumente en la industria de la construcción.Shortage in skilled workers is expected to grow in the construction industry.
b. qualified
Hay una gran demanda de enfermeras cualificadas.Qualified nurses are in high demand.
a. qualified
El cualificado científico recibirá una distinción.The qualified scientist will be granted an award.
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. qualified
Esta empresa solamente contrata a traductores muy calificados.This company only hires highly qualified translators.
b. skilled
Aquellos obreros no calificados no podrán participar en la construcción del rascacielos.Those workers who are not skilled won't be able to participate in the construction of the skyscraper.
a. eminent
El calificado artista impartirá una clase magistral de pintura.The eminent artist will teach a master class on painting.
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