1540s, probably from -cy + Latin proficientem (nominative proficiens), present participle of proficere "accomplish, make progress; be useful, do good; have success, profit," from pro- "forward" (see pro-) + root of facere "to make, do" (see factitious).
双语例句
1. His proficiency as a surgeon is well known.
他作为一名外科医生的水平是有名的.
来自《简明英汉词典》
2. He made little proficiency in literary accomplishments.
他在文学方面成就不多.
来自《现代英汉综合大词典》
3. Evidence of basic proficiency in English is part of the admission requirement.
英语基本熟练是入学条件之一。
来自辞典例句
4. He plied his trade and gained proficiency in it.
他勤习手艺,技术渐渐达到了十分娴熟的地步.
来自辞典例句
5. Mr. Darcy spoke with affectionate praise of his sister's proficiency.
