capable

S2 W1

BrE /ˈkeɪ.pə.bəl/ AmE /ˈkeɪ.pə.bəl/

adjective en → es

1 ABLE TO DO [attributive], [predicative] A2

able to do something, especially because you have the necessary skill or knowledge

capaz de hacer algo

  • be capable of doing sth

Collocations capable person · capable of solving problems

  • She is more than capable of handling the job.

    Ella es más que capaz de manejar el trabajo.

2 FIT FOR [attributive], [predicative] B1

fit for a particular purpose or situation

adecuado para, apto para

  • be capable of sth

Collocations capable equipment · capable of meeting demands

  • The software is fully capable of handling large databases.

    El software está completamente apto para manejar grandes bases de datos.