capable
gb/kˈeɪpəbəl/ us/kˈeɪpəbəl/
B1
영어
~ 1900
의미
의미 0개
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.
사용 패턴：
[someone] is capable of [doing something]
자주 하는 실수：
Learners sometimes confuse 'capable' with 'capacity'. 'Capable' describes ability, while 'capacity' often refers to volume or potential amount.
유의어
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.)
반의어
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.)
연어
capable of handling
|highly capable
|capable leader
|capable team
주제
abilities
|personal qualities
|work
|core_vocabulary
예문
- 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.
학습자용 예문
- 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.
사용 패턴：
[something] is capable for [purpose]
자주 하는 실수：
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.
유의어
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.)
반의어
unsuitable (Not right or appropriate for a given purpose.)
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inadequate (Not meeting basic requirements for the task.)
연어
capable vehicle
|capable device
|capable system
주제
abilities
|assessment
|work
|core_vocabulary
예문
- 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.
학습자용 예문
- 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.
문법
기본형
capable
IPA
GB/kˈeɪpəbəl/
US/kˈeɪpəbəl/
음절 및 강세
cap - able （2음절）
Stress on 1st syllable (cap)
활용형
Adjective
- Base: capable
관련 단어
표현
capable of anything
1/kˈeɪpəbəl əv ˈɛniθˌɪŋ/
fixed phrase
able to do anything possible
Able to do any action, especially surprising or extreme ones.
예문
- 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.
예문
- 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.
예문
- I’m perfectly capable of carrying this box myself.
- She’s perfectly capable of making her own decisions.