Английский

capability

gb/kˌeɪpəbˈɪləti/ us/kˌeɪpəbˈɪləti/
B1 Английский
~ 5000
Значения
0 значений
Существительное B1 entity
1

ability to perform a task

The ability or skill to do something.

Модель употребления: [someone]'s capability to [do something]
Частая ошибка:
Learners sometimes confuse 'capability' with 'capacity'. 'Capability' is about ability or skill; 'capacity' is about volume or maximum amount something can hold or handle.
Синонимы
ability (Most common synonym; general term for being able to do something.) | competence (Implies adequate skill or qualification for a particular job or task.)
Антонимы
inability (Direct opposite; the state of not being able to do something.)
Коллокации
technical capability |military capability |capability to handle |full capability |capability assessment
Темы
abilities |work |technology |personal_development |core_vocabulary |education
Примеры
  • 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.
Примеры для изучающих
  • 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.
Существительное technical B2 entity
2

function or feature of a system

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

Модель употребления: [something] has the capability to [do something]
Синонимы
functionality (Often used in technology contexts; refers to what a system can do.) | feature (A particular aspect of a product's design or operation.)
Антонимы
limitation (A restriction on what something can do.)
Коллокации
capability upgrade |system capability |capability testing |capability development
Темы
technology |engineering |computing |science |core_vocabulary
Примеры
  • 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.
Примеры для изучающих
  • The phone has a video call capability.
  • This car has a self-driving capability.
  • The printer has a color printing capability.
Грамматика
Словарная форма
capability
IPA
GB/kˌeɪpəbˈɪləti/
US/kˌeɪpəbˈɪləti/
Слоги и ударение
cap - ab - il - ity (4 слога)
Stress on 3rd syllable (il)
Формы слова
Noun
  • Base: capability
  • Plural: capabilities
Родственные слова
Forms
capabilities noun
Core family
capable adjective B1
Related words
capably adverb capacity noun B1
Negative and opposite forms
incapable adjective B1 incapability noun
Выражения

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.

Примеры
  • 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.

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

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