capability
Meaning: The ability or power to do something; the capacity to achieve a particular outcome
Capability refers to the ability, power, or capacity to do something, often used in formal or technical contexts. 'Military capabilities' describes a country's defence resources. 'Beyond someone's capability' means they cannot do it. 'Capabilities' (plural) often refers to features or functions of technology or organisations.
Examples
- The new software has impressive capabilities. 这款新软件功能令人印象深刻。El nuevo software tiene capacidades impresionantes.新しいソフトウェアには印象的な機能があります。새 소프트웨어에는 인상적인 기능들이 있습니다.
- We need to assess the team's capabilities before starting the project. 我们需要在项目开始前评估团队的能力。Necesitamos evaluar las capacidades del equipo antes de comenzar el proyecto.プロジェクトを始める前にチームの能力を評価する必要があります。프로젝트를 시작하기 전에 팀의 역량을 평가해야 합니다.
- The task was beyond his capability. 这项任务超出了他的能力范围。La tarea estaba más allá de su capacidad.その仕事は彼の能力を超えていました。그 업무는 그의 능력을 넘어서는 것이었습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From French 'capabilité', from Late Latin 'capabilis' meaning 'receptive, able to hold', from Latin 'capere' (to take, hold, seize). Related to 'capable', 'capacity', 'capture', 'capital', and 'accept'.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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