Professional
/prəˈfɛʃənəl/
Definitions
2 meaningsHaving or showing the skill, good judgment, and polite behavior expected of a person who is trained to do a job well.
/prəˈfɛʃənəl/
Relating to a profession or occupation.
She gave a professional presentation, well-prepared and delivered with confidence.
💡 Simply: Imagine someone who's really, really good at their job and always does things the right way. They're *professional*! Like a doctor who's super skilled at helping people.
👶 For kids: Being good at your job and doing it the right way, like a teacher or a doctor.
More Examples
The professional musicians produced a beautiful symphony.
They hired a professional photographer for the wedding.
How It's Used
"The company requires professional conduct from all employees."
"He is a professional athlete, earning his living through his sport."
A person who is paid to do work that requires a high level of training or skill.
/prəˈfɛʃənəl/
A person engaged in a specific activity as a paid occupation.
The company hired several professionals to manage the project.
💡 Simply: A professional is someone who gets paid to do a job that takes a lot of skill and training. Like a doctor, a lawyer, or a teacher, that's their career!
👶 For kids: Someone who gets paid to do a job they are really good at, like a doctor or a teacher.
More Examples
He is a professional in the field of software engineering.
She consulted with a professional financial advisor.
How It's Used
"The game featured both professional and amateur players."
"She consulted with a professional for legal advice."
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
professional development
Activities undertaken to improve a person's skills, knowledge, and competence as a professional.
"The company provides funding for employees' professional development."
professional ethics
The standards and principles of conduct expected of a professional.
"It's a violation of professional ethics to disclose client information."
professional liability
The legal responsibility a professional has for their actions or advice.
"Doctors must carry professional liability insurance."
From Late Latin *professionālis*, from *professio* ("a public declaration"), from *profiteri* ("to declare openly"). The word evolved to describe someone with specialized skills and expertise, particularly in a paid capacity.
The term 'professional' gained prominence with the rise of specialized occupations during the Industrial Revolution.
Memory tip
Think of someone with *skill* and *expertise*, like a seasoned doctor.