Ability против Capability против Skill против Talent

Когда что использовать в английском, со значением, регистром и примерами.

Ability

Топ 1000 (очень частое)A2noun

Capability

Топ 2000 (частое)C1noun

Skill

Топ 1000 (очень частое)A1noun

Talent

Топ 1000 (очень частое)B1noun
 AbilityCapabilitySkillTalent
Произношение🇬🇧 /["/əˈbɪləti/"]/🇺🇸 /["/əˈbɪləti/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ˌkeɪpəˈbɪləti/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˌkeɪpəˈbɪləti/"]/🇬🇧 /["/skɪl/"]/🇺🇸 /["/skɪl/"]/🇬🇧 //ˈtæl.ənt//🇺🇸 //ˈtæl.ənt//
ЗначениеThe skill to do something.The ability to do something.The ability to do something well, usually because of training or practice.A natural ability to do something well.
ПримерShe has the ability to learn new languages quickly.Her capability as a leader impressed everyone at the meeting.He has a skill for painting that impresses everyone.She has a natural talent for playing the piano.
РегистрНейтральноеНейтральноеНейтральноеНейтральное
Насколько частоеТоп 1000 (очень частое)Топ 2000 (частое)Топ 1000 (очень частое)Топ 1000 (очень частое)
Уровень CEFRA2C1A1B1
Часть речиnounnounnounnoun
Сочетанияexceptional, extraordinary, great, level, have, possess, retain, ability in, to the best of your ability, high, limited, low, assess, measure, test, level, range, a range of ability, a range of abilitiesadvanced, 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 forconsiderable, consummate, extraordinary, range, set, have, possess, combine, level, set, acquisition, with skill, skill as, skill at, a degree of skill, a level of skill, a lack of skill, considerable, consummate, extraordinary, range, set, have, possess, combine, level, set, acquisition, with skill, skill as, skill at, a degree of skill, a level of skill, a lack of skillnatural talent, artistic talent, hidden talent, talent show, talent scout
Антонимыinability, ineptnessincapability, inabilityinability, ignoranceinability, ineptitude, lack
Частые ошибкиConfused with 'capability' — 'ability' refers to a skill, while 'capability' refers to the potential to develop a skill., Using 'ability' without a verb or context can make sentences unclear., Incorrectly pluralizing as 'abilities' when referring to a single skill.Confusing with 'capacity' which refers to volume or quantity., Using it as a verb instead of a noun., Misplacing the emphasis in pronunciation.Confused with 'ability' — skill usually implies training or practice., Used as a verb incorrectly — skill is a noun.Confusing 'talent' with 'skill' – talent is natural, skill requires practice., Using 'talents' for singular – 'talent' can also be uncountable., Mispronouncing – many learners say 'tal-ent' instead of 'tal-uhnt'.
Заметки по употреблениюUse 'ability' in contexts where referring to someone's skills or talents. Avoid it in very casual conversations where simpler words like 'skill' may be more appropriate.Use 'capability' in professional or academic contexts to discuss skills or potential. It's not commonly used in casual conversations.Use 'skill' to talk about abilities in various contexts, from sports to arts. Avoid using it in very informal settings where simpler terms like 'talent' might fit better.Use 'talent' when referring to a special ability, such as in music or sports. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts.

Частые вопросы: Ability против Capability против Skill против Talent

В чём разница между Ability, Capability, Skill и Talent?

Ability: The skill to do something. Capability: The ability to do something. Skill: The ability to do something well, usually because of training or practice. Talent: A natural ability to do something well.

Что сложнее: Ability, Capability, Skill и Talent?

Capability имеет самый высокий уровень, C1, по шкале CEFR.

У Ability, Capability, Skill и Talent одинаковый уровень CEFR?

Ability: A2, Capability: C1, Skill: A1, Talent: B1 по шкале CEFR.

Какая часть речи у Ability, Capability, Skill и Talent?

Ability: noun, Capability: noun, Skill: noun, Talent: noun.

Можно показать пример каждого?

Ability: She has the ability to learn new languages quickly. Capability: Her capability as a leader impressed everyone at the meeting. Skill: He has a skill for painting that impresses everyone. Talent: She has a natural talent for playing the piano.

Можно ли использовать Ability, Capability, Skill и Talent взаимозаменяемо?

Не всегда. Ability, Capability, Skill и Talent близки и иногда пересекаются, но различаются по регистру, частоте и употреблению, поэтому замена одного другим может изменить смысл или тон. Стоит свериться с различиями выше, прежде чем заменять.

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