have a working knowledge of (something)

have a working knowledge of (something)

To have a limited but usable knowledge of something. I have a working knowledge of this computer system, so I think I can help you.See also: have, knowledge, of, working

have a ˌworking ˈknowledge of something

know something well enough to be able to use it: I speak good French and I have a working knowledge of Italian and Spanish. ♢ I’ve used this software a bit so I do have a working knowledge of it.See also: have, knowledge, of, something, working