capability
gb/kˌeɪpəbˈɪləti/ us/kˌeɪpəbˈɪləti/
B1
English
~ 5000
képesség, funkció
NOUN
B1
1
képesség
B1
Usage pattern:
[someone]'s capability to [do something]
The new software has the capability to process data much faster.
Az új szoftver sokkal gyorsabban képes feldolgozni az adatokat.
Her capability as a leader impressed the entire team.
Vezetői képességei lenyűgözték az egész csapatot.
We need to improve our capability to respond to emergencies.
The robot's capability for delicate work is remarkable.
Learner examples
He has the capability to fix cars.
Képes autókat javítani.
This phone has the capability to take good photos.
Ez a telefon képes jó fényképeket készíteni.
She showed her capability in cooking.
The team has the capability to win.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'capability' with 'capacity'. 'Capability' is about ability or skill; 'capacity' is about volume or maximum amount something can hold or handle.
Meaning
ability to perform a task
Collocations
technical capability
|military capability
|capability to handle
|full capability
|capability assessment
Synonyms
ability (Most common synonym; general term for being able to do something.)
|
competence (Implies adequate skill or qualification for a particular job or task.)
Antonyms
inability (Direct opposite; the state of not being able to do something.)
Themes
abilities
|work
|technology
|personal_development
|core_vocabulary
|education
Definition
The ability or skill to do something.
The quality of being able to do something, especially having the necessary skills, resources, or qualities.
NOUN
B2
TECHNICAL
2
Usage pattern:
[something] has the capability to [do something]
The camera's night vision capability makes it ideal for security use.
A kamera éjjellátó funkciója ideálissá teszi biztonsági célú használatra.
We are adding new capabilities to the app next month.
A jövő hónapban új funkciókkal bővítjük az alkalmazást.
The satellite has multiple communication capabilities.
Learner examples
The phone has a video call capability.
A telefonnak van videóhívás-funkciója.
This car has a self-driving capability.
Ennek az autónak van önvezető funkciója.
The printer has a color printing capability.
Meaning
function or feature of a system
Collocations
capability upgrade
|system capability
|capability testing
|capability development
Synonyms
functionality (Often used in technology contexts; refers to what a system can do.)
|
feature (A particular aspect of a product's design or operation.)
Antonyms
limitation (A restriction on what something can do.)
Themes
technology
|engineering
|computing
|science
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A special thing that a machine, system, or program can do.
A specific function, operation, or feature that something, especially a machine or system, is able to perform.
Grammar
Dictionary form
capability
IPA
GB/kˌeɪpəbˈɪləti/
US/kˌeɪpəbˈɪləti/
Syllables & stress
cap - ab - il - ity (4 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (il)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: capability
- Plural: capabilities
Word family
Expressions
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.
Examples
- 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.
Examples
- This job is well within your capabilities.
- Don't try anything beyond your capabilities.