subject-specific / professional
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subject-specific
Refers to a particular field, profession, or discipline. It describes competence, knowledge, or a discussion within this specific area.
Fachlich ist sie die beste Kandidatin für die Stelle.
In terms of subject-specific expertise, she is the best candidate for the position.
The adjective 'fachlich' (subject-specific/professional) is derived from the noun 'das Fach' (subject/field), which here means 'Fachgebiet' (field of expertise) or 'Disziplin' (discipline). So it describes anything that has to do with a specific subject or field.
Für diese Position benötigen Sie hohe fachliche Kompetenz.
For this position, you need a high level of professional competence.
'Fachlich' (in terms of subject-specific expertise) can appear at the beginning of a sentence to limit the statement to a particular aspect. The sentence structure is then: 'Fachlich, ...' + verb + subject.
Fachlich ist der Vorschlag gut, aber die Umsetzung ist zu teuer.
In terms of subject matter, the proposal is good, but the implementation is too expensive.
Common combinations are 'fachliche Qualifikation' (professional qualification), 'fachliche Kenntnisse' (subject-specific knowledge), 'eine fachliche Frage' (a technical/subject-specific question), or 'fachlich beraten' (to advise professionally).
Der Experte hat uns sehr gut fachlich beraten.
The expert gave us very good professional advice.
technical
'technisch' and 'fachlich' can both describe that something has to do with skill or knowledge in a particular area. 'technisch' is especially suitable when the topic is devices, processes, or the exact execution of an activity. 'fachlich' means knowledge and competence in a field or profession. They can be confused because a technical question is often also a subject-specific or professional question. 'technisch' tends to emphasize the how or the technology, while 'fachlich' emphasizes the knowledge of a field.
Die Lehrerin gibt den Schülern fachliche Tipps für ihre Präsentation.
The teacher gives the students subject-specific tips for their presentation.
Nach dem Unterricht erklärte der Hausmeister die technische Seite der neuen Heizung.
After class, the caretaker explained the technical side of the new heating system.