capable
gb/kˈeɪpəbəl/ us/kˈeɪpəbəl/
B1
Anglais
~ 1900
képes, hozzáértő, rátermett, alkalmas, megfelelő
B1
1
Schéma d’usage :
[someone] is capable of [doing something]
She is capable of managing the entire project on her own.
Képes egyedül irányítani az egész projektet.
He’s a highly capable engineer with years of experience.
Rendkívül hozzáértő mérnök, többéves tapasztalattal.
This software is capable of processing thousands of files per minute.
Despite his young age, he proved himself capable in a crisis.
The team is capable of winning the championship.
Exemples pédagogiques
I am capable of speaking three languages.
Képes vagyok három nyelven beszélni.
She is capable of cooking many dishes.
Képes sokféle ételt elkészíteni.
He is capable of running very fast.
We are capable of solving this problem.
The phone is capable of taking good photos.
Erreur fréquente :
Learners sometimes confuse 'capable' with 'capacity'. 'Capable' describes ability, while 'capacity' often refers to volume or potential amount.
Sens
having the ability to do something
Collocations
capable of handling
|highly capable
|capable leader
|capable team
Synonymes
competent (Implies having the necessary skill or knowledge, often in a professional context.)
|
able (General term for having the power, skill, or means to do something.)
Antonymes
incapable (Means lacking the ability or power to do something.)
|
incompetent (Implies lacking the skills or qualities needed for a specific task.)
Thèmes
abilities
|personal qualities
|work
|core_vocabulary
Définition
Being able to do something well or having the skill or power to do it.
Having the necessary skill, power, or qualities to do something successfully.
B2
2
Schéma d’usage :
[something] is capable for [purpose]
This laptop is capable for professional video editing.
Ez a laptop alkalmas professzionális videószerkesztésre.
The vehicle is capable of off-road travel.
A jármű alkalmas terepen való közlekedésre.
The system is capable for large-scale data processing.
Her voice is capable of reaching every corner of the hall.
The camera is capable for low-light photography.
Exemples pédagogiques
This bag is capable for long trips.
Ez a táska alkalmas hosszú utazásokra.
The phone is capable for business use.
A telefon alkalmas üzleti használatra.
This car is capable for mountain roads.
The machine is capable for heavy work.
The tool is capable for many jobs.
Erreur fréquente :
Learners sometimes use 'capable' without 'of' when describing ability. For example, 'He is capable run fast' should be 'He is capable of running fast.' This sense with 'for' is less common and can be confused with ability sense.
Sens
fit or suitable for a purpose
Collocations
capable vehicle
|capable device
|capable system
Synonymes
suitable (Focuses on being appropriate for a particular purpose rather than skill.)
|
adequate (Implies meeting minimum requirements, but not necessarily excelling.)
Antonymes
unsuitable (Not right or appropriate for a given purpose.)
|
inadequate (Not meeting basic requirements for the task.)
Thèmes
abilities
|assessment
|work
|core_vocabulary
Définition
Good enough or right for a certain job or use.
Having the qualities necessary for a particular kind of work or role.
Grammaire
Forme canonique
capable
API
GB/kˈeɪpəbəl/
US/kˈeɪpəbəl/
Syllabes et accentuation
cap - able (2 syllabes)
Stress on 1st syllable (cap)
Formes du mot
Adjective
- Base: capable
Famille de mots
Expressions
capable of anything
1/kˈeɪpəbəl əv ˈɛniθˌɪŋ/
fixed phrase
able to do anything possible
Able to do any action, especially surprising or extreme ones.
Exemples
- When she’s angry, she’s capable of anything.
- With enough motivation, you’re capable of anything.
more than capable
1/mˈɔɹ ðən kˈeɪpəbəl/
fixed phrase
having more than enough ability
Having much more skill or power than needed for something.
Exemples
- He’s more than capable of finishing the job on time.
- This team is more than capable of beating their rivals.
perfectly capable
1/pˈɚfəktli kˈeɪpəbəl/
fixed phrase
fully able to do something alone
Completely able to do something without needing help.
Exemples
- I’m perfectly capable of carrying this box myself.
- She’s perfectly capable of making her own decisions.