Ability против Power против Talent

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

Ability

Топ 1000 (очень частое)A2noun

Power

Топ 1000 (очень частое)A2noun

Talent

Топ 1000 (очень частое)B1noun
 AbilityPowerTalent
Произношение🇬🇧 /["/əˈbɪləti/"]/🇺🇸 /["/əˈbɪləti/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ˈpaʊə(r)/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈpaʊər/"]/🇬🇧 //ˈtæl.ənt//🇺🇸 //ˈtæl.ənt//
ЗначениеThe skill to do something.The ability to do something or to control people or things.A natural ability to do something well.
ПримерShe has the ability to learn new languages quickly.The power of the wind can generate electricity.She has a natural talent for playing the piano.
РегистрНейтральноеНейтральноеНейтральное
Насколько частоеТоп 1000 (очень частое)Топ 1000 (очень частое)Топ 1000 (очень частое)
Уровень CEFRA2A2B1
Часть речиnounnounnoun
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 abilitiesabsolute, ultimate, considerable, come to, rise to, assume, be concentrated in (the hands of somebody/​something), flow from somebody/​something, lie with somebody/​something, struggle, relations, structure, in power, in somebody’s power, power of, abuse of power, the balance of power, a bid for power, absolute, ultimate, considerable, come to, rise to, assume, be concentrated in (the hands of somebody/​something), flow from somebody/​something, lie with somebody/​something, struggle, relations, structure, in power, in somebody’s power, power of, abuse of power, the balance of power, a bid for power, full, reduced, electric, generate, produce, provide (somebody/​something with), drive something, run something, go off, cable, grid, line, power for, a source of power, full, reduced, electric, generate, produce, provide (somebody/​something with), drive something, run something, go off, cable, grid, line, power for, a source of power, awesome, great, real, awesome, great, real, air, combat, military, have, possess, use, beyond somebody/​something’s power, in somebody’s power, within somebody’s power, at the height of your powers, at the peak of your powers, at the zenith of your powers, air, combat, military, have, possess, use, beyond somebody/​something’s power, in somebody’s power, within somebody’s power, at the height of your powers, at the peak of your powers, at the zenith of your powers, air, combat, military, have, possess, use, beyond somebody/​something’s power, in somebody’s power, within somebody’s power, at the height of your powers, at the peak of your powers, at the zenith of your powers, absolute, ultimate, considerable, come to, rise to, assume, be concentrated in (the hands of somebody/​something), flow from somebody/​something, lie with somebody/​something, struggle, relations, structure, in power, in somebody’s power, power of, abuse of power, the balance of power, a bid for power, great, major, world, air, combat, military, have, possess, use, beyond somebody/​something’s power, in somebody’s power, within somebody’s power, at the height of your powers, at the peak of your powers, at the zenith of your powers, air, combat, military, have, possess, use, beyond somebody/​something’s power, in somebody’s power, within somebody’s power, at the height of your powers, at the peak of your powers, at the zenith of your powers, absolute, ultimate, considerable, come to, rise to, assume, be concentrated in (the hands of somebody/​something), flow from somebody/​something, lie with somebody/​something, struggle, relations, structure, in power, in somebody’s power, power of, abuse of power, the balance of power, a bid for powernatural talent, artistic talent, hidden talent, talent show, talent scout
Антонимыinability, ineptnessweakness, ineffectivenessinability, 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.'Power' as a verb — learners often mistakenly use 'power' when they mean to say 'empower'., Confusing 'power' with 'might', as they have different nuances., Misusing 'power' in phrases, e.g., 'the power of' requires a specified 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.Used in both formal and informal contexts. In discussions about politics or leadership, 'power' often has a weighty connotation, while in casual settings it might refer to electricity or strength. Avoid using it in overly casual contexts when discussing serious topics.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 Power против Talent

В чём разница между Ability, Power и Talent?

Ability: The skill to do something. Power: The ability to do something or to control people or things. Talent: A natural ability to do something well.

Что сложнее: Ability, Power и Talent?

Talent имеет самый высокий уровень, B1, по шкале CEFR.

У Ability, Power и Talent одинаковый уровень CEFR?

Ability: A2, Power: A2, Talent: B1 по шкале CEFR.

Какая часть речи у Ability, Power и Talent?

Ability: noun, Power: noun, Talent: noun.

Можно показать пример каждого?

Ability: She has the ability to learn new languages quickly. Power: The power of the wind can generate electricity. Talent: She has a natural talent for playing the piano.

Можно ли использовать Ability, Power и Talent взаимозаменяемо?

Не всегда. Ability, Power 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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