enable
gb/ɪnˈeɪbəl/ us/ɪnˈeɪbəl/
A2
English
~ 1100
lehetővé tesz, képessé tesz, engedélyez, bekapcsol, felhatalmaz, feljogosít, jogot ad
VERB
B1
1
képessé tesz
B2
Usage pattern:
to enable [someone/something] to [do something]
The new software will enable small businesses to manage their finances more easily.
Az új szoftver lehetővé teszi, hogy a kisvállalkozások könnyebben kezeljék a pénzügyeiket.
This training will enable you to work more efficiently.
Ez a képzés képessé tesz arra, hogy hatékonyabban dolgozz.
Good communication enables teams to solve problems quickly.
Learner examples
The new app will enable you to send money quickly.
Az új alkalmazás lehetővé teszi, hogy gyorsan küldj pénzt.
Good tools enable workers to do their jobs well.
A jó eszközök lehetővé teszik, hogy a dolgozók jól végezzék a munkájukat.
This course will enable students to speak English better.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'enable' with 'allow'. 'Enable' often involves providing means or ability, while 'allow' is about giving permission.
Meaning
Make something possible
Collocations
enable access
|enable users
|enable functionality
|enable communication
|enable development
Synonyms
allow (More general and common; may sound less formal than 'enable'.)
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facilitate (Often used in formal contexts; emphasizes making a process easier.)
Antonyms
prevent (Means to stop something from happening, the opposite of making it possible.)
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disable (Means to make something unable to function or operate.)
Themes
technology
|business
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To make it possible for a person or thing to do something.
To make it possible for someone or something to do or achieve something.
VERB
A2
2
engedélyez
B2
bekapcsol
A2
Usage pattern:
to enable [feature/option/function]
You need to enable location services for the app to work.
Az alkalmazás működéséhez engedélyezned kell a helymeghatározást.
I enabled two-factor authentication for extra security.
A nagyobb biztonság érdekében bekapcsoltam a kétfaktoros hitelesítést.
Please enable the microphone in your settings.
Learner examples
Enable Wi-Fi before you use the internet.
Kapcsold be a Wi-Fi-t, mielőtt internetezni kezdesz.
You must enable the sound to hear the video.
Be kell kapcsolnod a hangot, hogy hallhasd a videó hangját.
He enabled the camera on his phone.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'enable' with 'install'. Enabling means turning on an existing feature, not adding new software.
Meaning
Activate a device feature
Collocations
enable notifications
|enable GPS
|enable Bluetooth
|enable dark mode
Synonyms
activate (Direct synonym in technical contexts; slightly broader use possible.)
Antonyms
disable (Means to turn off or deactivate a feature.)
Themes
technology
Definition
To turn on a function or setting in a device or system.
To activate or switch on a feature, option, or function in a device or system.
VERB
B2
3
Usage pattern:
to enable [someone] to [do something]
The new policy enables citizens to participate more in local decisions.
Az új szabályozás felhatalmazza az állampolgárokat arra, hogy nagyobb mértékben részt vegyenek a helyi döntésekben.
This law enables the council to raise funds for public projects.
Ez a törvény felhatalmazza az önkormányzatot arra, hogy közcélú projektekhez forrásokat gyűjtsön.
Training programs enable employees to take on leadership roles.
Learner examples
The rule enables workers to take more breaks.
A szabály feljogosítja a dolgozókat arra, hogy több szünetet tartsanak.
This law enables people to vote earlier.
Ez a törvény feljogosítja az embereket arra, hogy korábban szavazzanak.
The plan enables teachers to help more students.
Meaning
Give power or authority
Collocations
enable legislation
|enable communities
|enable employees
Synonyms
empower ('Empower' often has a positive connotation of encouraging and supporting.)
Antonyms
restrict (Means to limit someone's power or ability.)
Themes
law
|politics
|business
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To give someone the power or right to do something.
To give someone the official power, authority, or means to do something.
Grammar
Dictionary form
enable
IPA
GB/ɪnˈeɪbəl/
US/ɪnˈeɪbəl/
Syllables & stress
en - able (2 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (able)
Word forms
Verb
- Base: enable
- 3rd Person Singular: enables
- Present Participle: enabling
- Past: enabled
Word family
Expressions
enable access
1/ɪnˈeɪbəl ˈæksˌɛs/
fixed phrase
technical
Allow entry or use
To make it possible for someone to enter or use something.
Examples
- The new password will enable access to the secure files.
- Only the admin can enable access for new users.
enable feature
1/ɪnˈeɪbəl fˈit͡ʃɚ/
fixed phrase
technical
Turn on specific function
To turn on a specific function in a device or system.
Examples
- You can enable this feature in the settings menu.
- The update will automatically enable the new feature.
enable someone to do something
1/ɪnˈeɪbəl sˈʌmwˌʌn tə dˈu sˈʌmθɪŋ/
fixed phrase
Make it possible for someone
To make it possible for a person to do something.
Examples
- Her advice enabled me to finish the project on time.
- The scholarship enabled him to study abroad.