/kaˈpaθ/ ES
/kaˈpas/ MX
Translation
capable, able, competent
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Word origin
From Latin capax, capacis ('able to hold much, roomy'), from capere ('to take, to hold'). The same root gives English 'capacity' and 'capable'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- capax
- English cognates
- capacious, capacity, capable
Grammar
Examples
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I am sure you are capable of doing it alone.
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He is able to solve any problem that comes his way at work.
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I am not able to eat so much food in one night.
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He would be capable of anything to protect his family.
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I do not see myself capable of running so many kilometres in a row.
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My brother is capable of speaking three languages.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 9, lesson 3: capaz, crear, dulce and 7 more words.