enable
gb/ɪnˈeɪbəl/ us/ɪnˈeɪbəl/
A2
Engels
~ 1100
Betekenissen
0 betekenissen
Werkwoord
B1
action
1
Make something possible
To make it possible for a person or thing to do something.
Gebruikspatroon:
to enable [someone/something] to [do something]
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners sometimes confuse 'enable' with 'allow'. 'Enable' often involves providing means or ability, while 'allow' is about giving permission.
Synoniemen
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.)
Antoniemen
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.)
Woordcombinaties
enable access
|enable users
|enable functionality
|enable communication
|enable development
Thema's
technology
|business
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Voorbeelden
- The new software will enable small businesses to manage their finances more easily.
- This training will enable you to work more efficiently.
- Good communication enables teams to solve problems quickly.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- The new app will enable you to send money quickly.
- Good tools enable workers to do their jobs well.
- This course will enable students to speak English better.
Werkwoord
A2
action
2
Activate a device feature
To turn on a function or setting in a device or system.
Gebruikspatroon:
to enable [feature/option/function]
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners may confuse 'enable' with 'install'. Enabling means turning on an existing feature, not adding new software.
Synoniemen
activate (Direct synonym in technical contexts; slightly broader use possible.)
Antoniemen
disable (Means to turn off or deactivate a feature.)
Woordcombinaties
enable notifications
|enable GPS
|enable Bluetooth
|enable dark mode
Thema's
technology
Voorbeelden
- You need to enable location services for the app to work.
- I enabled two-factor authentication for extra security.
- Please enable the microphone in your settings.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- Enable Wi-Fi before you use the internet.
- You must enable the sound to hear the video.
- He enabled the camera on his phone.
Werkwoord
B2
action
3
Give power or authority
To give someone the power or right to do something.
Gebruikspatroon:
to enable [someone] to [do something]
Synoniemen
empower ('Empower' often has a positive connotation of encouraging and supporting.)
Antoniemen
restrict (Means to limit someone's power or ability.)
Woordcombinaties
enable legislation
|enable communities
|enable employees
Thema's
law
|politics
|business
|core_vocabulary
Voorbeelden
- The new policy enables citizens to participate more in local decisions.
- This law enables the council to raise funds for public projects.
- Training programs enable employees to take on leadership roles.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- The rule enables workers to take more breaks.
- This law enables people to vote earlier.
- The plan enables teachers to help more students.
Grammatica
Lemmavorm
enable
IPA
GB/ɪnˈeɪbəl/
US/ɪnˈeɪbəl/
Lettergrepen en klemtoon
en - able (2 lettergrepen)
Stress on 2nd syllable (able)
Woordvormen
Verb
- Base: enable
- 3rd Person Singular: enables
- Present Participle: enabling
- Past: enabled
Woordfamilie
Uitdrukkingen
enable access
1/ɪnˈeɪbəl ˈæksˌɛs/
fixed phrase
technical
Allow entry or use
To make it possible for someone to enter or use something.
Voorbeelden
- 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.
Voorbeelden
- 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.
Voorbeelden
- Her advice enabled me to finish the project on time.
- The scholarship enabled him to study abroad.