英語

capability

gb/kˌeɪpəbˈɪləti/ us/kˌeɪpəbˈɪləti/
B1 英語
~ 5000
語義
0件の語義
名詞 B1 entity
1

ability to perform a task

The ability or skill to do something.

用法パターン: [someone]'s capability to [do something]
よくある間違い:
Learners sometimes confuse 'capability' with 'capacity'. 'Capability' is about ability or skill; 'capacity' is about volume or maximum amount something can hold or handle.
類義語
ability (Most common synonym; general term for being able to do something.) | competence (Implies adequate skill or qualification for a particular job or task.)
対義語
inability (Direct opposite; the state of not being able to do something.)
コロケーション
technical capability |military capability |capability to handle |full capability |capability assessment
テーマ
abilities |work |technology |personal_development |core_vocabulary |education
例文
  • 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.
学習者向け例文
  • 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.
名詞 technical B2 entity
2

function or feature of a system

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

用法パターン: [something] has the capability to [do something]
類義語
functionality (Often used in technology contexts; refers to what a system can do.) | feature (A particular aspect of a product's design or operation.)
対義語
limitation (A restriction on what something can do.)
コロケーション
capability upgrade |system capability |capability testing |capability development
テーマ
technology |engineering |computing |science |core_vocabulary
例文
  • 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.
学習者向け例文
  • The phone has a video call capability.
  • This car has a self-driving capability.
  • The printer has a color printing capability.
文法
辞書形
capability
IPA
GB/kˌeɪpəbˈɪləti/
US/kˌeɪpəbˈɪləti/
音節・強勢
cap - ab - il - ity (4音節)
Stress on 3rd syllable (il)
活用形
Noun
  • Base: capability
  • Plural: capabilities
関連語
Forms
capabilities noun
Core family
capable adjective B1
Related words
capably adverb capacity noun B1
Negative and opposite forms
incapable adjective B1 incapability noun
表現

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.

例文
  • 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.

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

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