Capable Of

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /ˈkeɪpəbəl ʌv/

Definitions of capable of

adjective having the ability or capacity to do something

Example Sentences

A1 Dogs are capable of learning new tricks.

A2 Children are capable of understanding basic math concepts.

B1 She is capable of speaking multiple languages fluently.

B2 The new software is capable of processing large amounts of data efficiently.

C1 The scientist is capable of conducting complex experiments with precision.

C2 The CEO is capable of making strategic decisions that impact the entire company.

preposition indicating that someone has the ability or capacity to do something

Example Sentences

A1 I am capable of swimming.

A2 She is capable of speaking three languages fluently.

B1 The new software is capable of handling large amounts of data.

B2 The team is capable of completing the project ahead of schedule.

C1 He is capable of leading the company to success.

C2 The scientist is capable of solving complex problems in the field of astrophysics.

Examples of capable of in a Sentence

formal The new software is capable of handling large amounts of data efficiently.

informal I didn't know you were capable of playing the piano so well!

slang She's capable of acing any test without studying.

figurative The artist's painting was capable of evoking strong emotions in its viewers.

Grammatical Forms of capable of

past tense

was capable of

plural

are capable of

comparative

more capable of

superlative

most capable of

present tense

is capable of

future tense

will be capable of

perfect tense

has been capable of

continuous tense

is being capable of

singular

is capable of

positive degree

capable of

infinitive

to be capable of

gerund

capable of

participle

capable of

Origin and Evolution of capable of

First Known Use: 1400 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'capable' originated from the Latin word 'capabilis', which means 'able to hold or contain'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'capable' has evolved to encompass not just the ability to hold or contain, but also the ability to do or achieve something effectively.