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The German word "Expertise" is a feminine noun that means expert knowledge, specialized skill, or professional assessment. It is borrowed from French and English and refers to thorough, specialized understanding or competence in a field.

• Expert: someone with skill or knowledge
• The suffix -ise here is not separable; "Expertise" as a whole denotes specialized knowledge or judgment.

Similar words in German:

• Fachwissen (specialized knowledge)
• Sachverstand (expertise, technical knowledge)
• Kompetenz (competence)

Difference:

• Expertise often emphasizes depth of knowledge or a formal evaluation (like a written report).
• Fachwissen refers more generally to knowledge in a certain field.
• Sachverstand stresses practical know-how or understanding.
• Kompetenz focuses on the ability or skill to perform tasks effectively.