Phrase guide

working knowledge

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A knowledge of how to make something work without deeper theoretical understanding of why it works.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

Examples

  • Candidates must have a working knowledge of standard Windows applications.
  • He has an excellent knowledge of Community law and a sound working knowledge of financial law and practice.

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Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: käytännön osaaminen — knowledge of how to make something work
  • French: connaissance pratique — knowledge of how to make something work
  • Portuguese: conhecimento prático — knowledge of how to make something work