Ingles

capable

gb/kˈeɪpəbəl/ us/kˈeɪpəbəl/
B1 Ingles
~ 1900
Mga kahulugan
0 kahulugan
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.

Padron ng paggamit: [someone] is capable of [doing something]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners sometimes confuse 'capable' with 'capacity'. 'Capable' describes ability, while 'capacity' often refers to volume or potential amount.
Mga kasingkahulugan
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.)
Mga kasalungat
incapable (Means lacking the ability or power to do something.) | incompetent (Implies lacking the skills or qualities needed for a specific task.)
Mga kolokasyon
capable of handling |highly capable |capable leader |capable team
Mga tema
abilities |personal qualities |work |core_vocabulary
Mga Halimbawa
  • 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.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
  • 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.

Padron ng paggamit: [something] is capable for [purpose]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
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.
Mga kasingkahulugan
suitable (Focuses on being appropriate for a particular purpose rather than skill.) | adequate (Implies meeting minimum requirements, but not necessarily excelling.)
Mga kasalungat
unsuitable (Not right or appropriate for a given purpose.) | inadequate (Not meeting basic requirements for the task.)
Mga kolokasyon
capable vehicle |capable device |capable system
Mga tema
abilities |assessment |work |core_vocabulary
Mga Halimbawa
  • 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.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
  • 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.
Gramatika
Anyo sa diksyunaryo
capable
IPA
GB/kˈeɪpəbəl/
US/kˈeɪpəbəl/
Mga pantig at diin
cap - able (2 pantig)
Stress on 1st syllable (cap)
Mga anyo ng salita
Adjective
  • Base: capable
Mga kaugnay na salita
Core family
capability noun B1 capably adverb
Related words
able adjective A2 ability noun A2 capacity noun B1
Negative and opposite forms
incapable adjective B1 unable adjective A2
Advanced or less common
incapability noun
Mga ekspresyon

capable of anything

1
/kˈeɪpəbəl əv ˈɛniθˌɪŋ/
fixed phrase

able to do anything possible

Able to do any action, especially surprising or extreme ones.

Mga Halimbawa
  • 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.

Mga Halimbawa
  • 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.

Mga Halimbawa
  • I’m perfectly capable of carrying this box myself.
  • She’s perfectly capable of making her own decisions.

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