Angličtina

capability

gb/kˌeɪpəbˈɪləti/ us/kˌeɪpəbˈɪləti/
B1 Angličtina
~ 5000
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Podstatné jméno B1 entity
1

ability to perform a task

The ability or skill to do something.

Vzorec užití: [someone]'s capability to [do something]
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes confuse 'capability' with 'capacity'. 'Capability' is about ability or skill; 'capacity' is about volume or maximum amount something can hold or handle.
Synonyma
ability (Most common synonym; general term for being able to do something.) | competence (Implies adequate skill or qualification for a particular job or task.)
Antonyma
inability (Direct opposite; the state of not being able to do something.)
Kolokace
technical capability |military capability |capability to handle |full capability |capability assessment
Témata
abilities |work |technology |personal_development |core_vocabulary |education
Příklady
  • The new software has the capability to process data much faster.
  • Her capability as a leader impressed the entire team.
  • We need to improve our capability to respond to emergencies.
  • The robot's capability for delicate work is remarkable.
Učební příklady
  • He has the capability to fix cars.
  • This phone has the capability to take good photos.
  • She showed her capability in cooking.
  • The team has the capability to win.
Podstatné jméno technical B2 entity
2

function or feature of a system

A special thing that a machine, system, or program can do.

Vzorec užití: [something] has the capability to [do something]
Synonyma
functionality (Often used in technology contexts; refers to what a system can do.) | feature (A particular aspect of a product's design or operation.)
Antonyma
limitation (A restriction on what something can do.)
Kolokace
capability upgrade |system capability |capability testing |capability development
Témata
technology |engineering |computing |science |core_vocabulary
Příklady
  • The camera's night vision capability makes it ideal for security use.
  • We are adding new capabilities to the app next month.
  • The satellite has multiple communication capabilities.
Učební příklady
  • The phone has a video call capability.
  • This car has a self-driving capability.
  • The printer has a color printing capability.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
capability
IPA
GB/kˌeɪpəbˈɪləti/
US/kˌeɪpəbˈɪləti/
Slabiky a přízvuk
cap - ab - il - ity (4 slabiky)
Stress on 3rd syllable (il)
Tvary slova
Noun
  • Base: capability
  • Plural: capabilities
Příbuzná slova
Forms
capabilities noun
Core family
capable adjective B1
Related words
capably adverb capacity noun B1
Negative and opposite forms
incapable adjective B1 incapability noun
Výrazy

beyond one's capabilities

1
/bɪjˈɔnd wˈʌnz kˌeɪpəbˈɪlətiz/
fixed phrase

tasks someone cannot manage

Something that you cannot do because it is too difficult for you.

Příklady
  • Climbing that mountain alone is beyond my capabilities.
  • This project may be beyond their capabilities without extra help.

within one's capabilities

1
/wɪðˈɪn wˈʌnz kˌeɪpəbˈɪlətiz/
fixed phrase

tasks someone can manage

Something that you are able to do because you have enough skill, strength, or knowledge.

Příklady
  • This job is well within your capabilities.
  • Don't try anything beyond your capabilities.

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