capable
gb/kˈeɪpəbəl/ us/kˈeɪpəbəl/
B1
Anglais
~ 1900
Sens
0 sens
adjective
B1
property
1
having the ability to do something
Being able to do something well or having the skill or power to do it.
Schéma d’usage :
[someone] is capable of [doing something]
Erreur fréquente :
Learners sometimes confuse 'capable' with 'capacity'. 'Capable' describes ability, while 'capacity' often refers to volume or potential amount.
Synonymes
competent (Implies having the necessary skill or knowledge, often in a professional context.)
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able (General term for having the power, skill, or means to do something.)
Antonymes
incapable (Means lacking the ability or power to do something.)
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incompetent (Implies lacking the skills or qualities needed for a specific task.)
Collocations
capable of handling
|highly capable
|capable leader
|capable team
Thèmes
abilities
|personal qualities
|work
|core_vocabulary
Exemples
- She is capable of managing the entire project on her own.
- He’s a highly capable engineer with years of experience.
- 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.
- She is capable of cooking many dishes.
- He is capable of running very fast.
- We are capable of solving this problem.
- The phone is capable of taking good photos.
adjective
B2
property
2
fit or suitable for a purpose
Good enough or right for a certain job or use.
Schéma d’usage :
[something] is capable for [purpose]
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.
Synonymes
suitable (Focuses on being appropriate for a particular purpose rather than skill.)
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adequate (Implies meeting minimum requirements, but not necessarily excelling.)
Antonymes
unsuitable (Not right or appropriate for a given purpose.)
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inadequate (Not meeting basic requirements for the task.)
Collocations
capable vehicle
|capable device
|capable system
Thèmes
abilities
|assessment
|work
|core_vocabulary
Exemples
- This laptop is capable for professional video editing.
- The vehicle is capable of off-road travel.
- 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.
- The phone is capable for business use.
- This car is capable for mountain roads.
- The machine is capable for heavy work.
- The tool is capable for many jobs.
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.