capable
gb/kˈeɪpəbəl/ us/kˈeɪpəbəl/
B1
Английский
~ 1900
képes, hozzáértő, rátermett, alkalmas, megfelelő
B1
1
Модель употребления:
[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.
Примеры для изучающих
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.
Частая ошибка:
Learners sometimes confuse 'capable' with 'capacity'. 'Capable' describes ability, while 'capacity' often refers to volume or potential amount.
Значение
having the ability to do something
Коллокации
capable of handling
|highly capable
|capable leader
|capable team
Синонимы
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.)
Антонимы
incapable (Means lacking the ability or power to do something.)
|
incompetent (Implies lacking the skills or qualities needed for a specific task.)
Темы
abilities
|personal qualities
|work
|core_vocabulary
Определение
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
Модель употребления:
[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.
Примеры для изучающих
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.
Частая ошибка:
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.
Значение
fit or suitable for a purpose
Коллокации
capable vehicle
|capable device
|capable system
Синонимы
suitable (Focuses on being appropriate for a particular purpose rather than skill.)
|
adequate (Implies meeting minimum requirements, but not necessarily excelling.)
Антонимы
unsuitable (Not right or appropriate for a given purpose.)
|
inadequate (Not meeting basic requirements for the task.)
Темы
abilities
|assessment
|work
|core_vocabulary
Определение
Good enough or right for a certain job or use.
Having the qualities necessary for a particular kind of work or role.
Грамматика
Словарная форма
capable
IPA
GB/kˈeɪpəbəl/
US/kˈeɪpəbəl/
Слоги и ударение
cap - able (2 слога)
Stress on 1st syllable (cap)
Формы слова
Adjective
- Base: capable
Родственные слова
Выражения
capable of anything
1/kˈeɪpəbəl əv ˈɛniθˌɪŋ/
fixed phrase
able to do anything possible
Able to do any action, especially surprising or extreme ones.
Примеры
- 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.
Примеры
- 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.
Примеры
- I’m perfectly capable of carrying this box myself.
- She’s perfectly capable of making her own decisions.