adj · academic
capable
/ˈkeɪpəbəl/CA·pa·ble
having the ability or qualities necessary to do something
Examples
“The research team proved capable of handling large datasets after the training.”
“A capable leader must balance short-term goals with long-term strategy.”
“The software is capable of processing millions of records per hour.”
Band 8 sentence
“Although the candidate is capable of independent work, she also benefits from collaborative research to broaden her perspective.”
Collocations
- capable of achieving
- be capable leaders
- capability of handling
Word family
Common mistakes
She is capable to solve complex problems.→She is capable of solving complex problems.
The machine is capable operate at high speed.→The machine is capable of operating at high speed.
Say it for a higher band
5able→6competent→7+capable
Synonyms
able
competent
Easily confused
able
“After training, she was able to complete the procedure without assistance.”
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