B2nountechnologywork
US/ˌkeɪ.pəˈbɪl.ə.ti/
UK/ˌkeɪ.pəˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/
the ability or power to do something
In context
The new phone has the capability to translate speech in real time.
The task is beyond the capability of a small team like ours.
The company is investing to improve its manufacturing capability.
Words that go with capability
noun + preposition
- capability toThe drone has the capability to fly for two hours.
- beyond the capability ofThis repair is beyond the capability of most owners.
adjective + noun
- technical capabilityWe lack the technical capability to build our own app.
- military capabilityThe country is increasing its military capability.
verb + noun
- develop capabilityTraining helps staff develop new capabilities.