C1noun 2K

Capability

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌkeɪpəˈbɪləti/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌkeɪpəˈbɪləti/"]/

Meaning of Capability

the ability or qualities necessary to do something

In simple words: The ability to do something.

Capability in a sentence

• Her capability as a leader impressed everyone at the meeting.
• The new software vastly improved the team's analytical capability.
• His capability to adapt to new situations is remarkable.
• The athlete's physical capability allowed her to excel in her sport.
• We need to assess the capability of our current infrastructure.

How to use Capability

Use 'capability' in professional or academic contexts to discuss skills or potential. It's not commonly used in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

capability + of + gerund/noun

Memory hint

Think of 'capable' – if you have capability, you are capable of doing things.

Related words

Collocations with Capability

• advanced
• enhanced
• limited
• demonstrate
• have
• possess
• beyond somebody’s capability
• within somebody’s capability
• capability for
• advanced
• enhanced
• limited
• demonstrate
• have
• possess
• beyond somebody’s capability
• within somebody’s capability
• capability for

Synonyms for Capability

• ability
• skill
• competence
• power
• potential

Opposites of Capability

• incapability
• inability

Common mistakes with Capability

• Confusing with 'capacity' which refers to volume or quantity.
• Using it as a verb instead of a noun.
• Misplacing the emphasis in pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions about Capability

What does Capability mean?

The ability to do something.

What is the definition of Capability?

the ability or qualities necessary to do something

How do you use Capability in a sentence?

Her capability as a leader impressed everyone at the meeting.

Can you give another example of Capability?

The new software vastly improved the team's analytical capability.

What are synonyms for Capability?

Common alternatives include ability, skill, competence, power, potential.

What is the opposite of Capability?

Opposite meanings include incapability, inability.

What words go with Capability?

It commonly pairs with advanced, enhanced, limited, demonstrate, have, possess, beyond somebody’s capability, within somebody’s capability, capability for, advanced, enhanced, limited, demonstrate, have, possess, beyond somebody’s capability, within somebody’s capability, capability for.

What are common mistakes when using Capability?

Confusing with 'capacity' which refers to volume or quantity. Using it as a verb instead of a noun. Misplacing the emphasis in pronunciation.

How do you pronounce Capability?

US: /["/ˌkeɪpəˈbɪləti/"]/, UK: /["/ˌkeɪpəˈbɪləti/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Capability?

Use 'capability' in professional or academic contexts to discuss skills or potential. It's not commonly used in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Capability?

"Capability" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.