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
Both words can describe professional competence. “Technisch” tends to emphasize practical execution and confident handling of methods or procedures, while “fachlich” highlights knowledge and competence within a particular field. Choose “technisch” for the how and “fachlich” for subject-specific knowledge.
Für die Reparatur braucht sie fachlich gute Kenntnisse über die Maschine.
To carry out the repair, she needs a good subject-specific knowledge of the machine.
Für die Reparatur muss er technisch geschickt mit den Werkzeugen umgehen können.
To carry out the repair, he needs to be technically skilled at handling the tools.
