Ability 对比 Capability 对比 Power 对比 Skill 对比 Talent

在英语中何时使用每一个,包含含义、语域和例句。

Ability

前 1000(非常常见)A2noun

Capability

前 2000(常见)C1noun

Power

前 1000(非常常见)A2noun

Skill

前 1000(非常常见)A1noun

Talent

前 1000(非常常见)B1noun
 AbilityCapabilityPowerSkillTalent
发音🇬🇧 /["/əˈbɪləti/"]/🇺🇸 /["/əˈbɪləti/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ˌkeɪpəˈbɪləti/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˌkeɪpəˈbɪləti/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ˈpaʊə(r)/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈpaʊər/"]/🇬🇧 /["/skɪl/"]/🇺🇸 /["/skɪl/"]/🇬🇧 //ˈtæl.ənt//🇺🇸 //ˈtæl.ənt//
含义The skill to do something.The ability to do something.The ability to do something or to control people or things.The ability to do something well, usually because of training or practice.A natural ability to do something well.
例句She has the ability to learn new languages quickly.Her capability as a leader impressed everyone at the meeting.The power of the wind can generate electricity.He has a skill for painting that impresses everyone.She has a natural talent for playing the piano.
语域中性中性中性中性中性
常见程度前 1000(非常常见)前 2000(常见)前 1000(非常常见)前 1000(非常常见)前 1000(非常常见)
CEFR 等级A2C1A2A1B1
词性nounnounnounnounnoun
搭配exceptional, 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 forabsolute, 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 powerconsiderable, 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
反义inability, ineptnessincapability, inabilityweakness, ineffectivenessinability, ignoranceinability, ineptitude, lack
常见错误Confused 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.'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.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'.
用法说明Use '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.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 '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.

常见问题:Ability 对比 Capability 对比 Power 对比 Skill 对比 Talent

Ability、Capability、Power、Skill和Talent 有什么区别?

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

哪个更高级:Ability、Capability、Power、Skill和Talent?

Capability 级别最高,在 CEFR 量表上为 C1。

Ability、Capability、Power、Skill和Talent 的 CEFR 等级相同吗?

在 CEFR 量表上:Ability: A2, Capability: C1, Power: A2, Skill: A1, Talent: B1。

Ability、Capability、Power、Skill和Talent 是什么词性?

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

能各给一个例子吗?

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

我可以互换使用 Ability、Capability、Power、Skill和Talent 吗?

不总是。Ability、Capability、Power、Skill和Talent 相关,有时可以互换,但在语域、常见程度和用法上不同,所以换用可能改变意思或语气。替换前先看看上面的区别。