能力

nénglì
nounIntermediate
general

The capacity or ability to do something, often referring to skills, knowledge, or potential.

她展示了出色的领导能力。

She demonstrated excellent leadership ability.

这项技术需要高超的操作能力。

This technology requires advanced operational skills.

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能力 is a versatile term that can refer to physical, mental, or professional abilities.

Collocations

学习能力learning ability领导能力leadership ability创造能力creative ability

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Related Phrases

能力不足phrase
inadequate ability
能力提升phrase
ability improvement

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

能力 is often used in job descriptions and performance evaluations to describe a person's skills and potential.

Gold Rule

Formal vs. Informal

能力 is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, but in professional settings, it is often used to describe specific skills or competencies.

📖Word Origin

能力 is composed of '能' (nég, meaning 'can' or 'ability') and '力' (lì, meaning 'strength' or 'power'). Together, they form a compound word representing the concept of ability or capacity.

📝Usage Notes

能力 is a neutral term that can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It is often used in professional settings to describe job skills or competencies.

Word Breakdown

can, ability
root
+
strength, power
root
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