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capable

/ˈkeɪpəbəl/
adjective★Intermédiaire— compétent
général

Able to do something well or effectively; having the ability or skill to accomplish something.

He is a capable leader who inspires his team.

C'est un leader compétent qui inspire son équipe.

The software is capable of performing complex calculations.

Le logiciel est capable d'effectuer des calculs complexes.

💡

The word 'capable' is often used to describe someone's ability to perform tasks or handle responsibilities effectively.

Collocations

capable ofcapable dehighly capabletrès compétent

Synonymes

competentskilledadeptproficientqualified

Antonymes

incapableineptunskilledincompetent

Expressions liées

be capable ofexpression
être capable de
capable handsexpression
des mains compétentes

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Usage Tip

Use 'capable' to describe someone's ability to perform a task or handle a situation effectively.

⚡Règle d'or

Grammar Rule

'Capable' is an adjective and is typically followed by the preposition 'of' when describing an ability.

📖Origine du mot

From Middle French 'capable', from Latin 'capabilis', meaning 'able to hold much', from 'capere' meaning 'to hold, grasp'.

📝Notes d'usage

The word 'capable' is often used to describe people or things that have the ability to do something well. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

Décomposition du mot

cap-
to hold, grasp
root
+
-able
able to
suffix
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