1. having the ability, skill, or quality to do something
有能力的，能勝任的
She is a very capable manager who can handle any crisis.
她是一位非常能幹的經理，能夠處理任何危機。
The new software is capable of processing large amounts of data quickly.
這款新軟體能夠快速處理大量數據。
Capable Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
capable
adjective
快速理解
What does "Capable" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Capable"?
形容有能力、有技能勝任某事，或具備某種特質潛能。
- 1
有能力的
EN: having the ability or skill to do something well
翻譯: 指擁有做好某事的技能或能力。
- 2
能勝任的
EN: competent or efficient in a particular role or task
翻譯: 指在特定角色或任務中表現稱職、有效率。
- 3
有...能力的
EN: having the capacity or potential for a specific action or quality
翻譯: 指具備採取某種行動或擁有某種特質的潛力或可能性。
小提醒：注意 'capable of' 後接名詞或動名詞 (V-ing)，例如 'capable of great kindness' 或 'capable of handling pressure'。
發音（How to Pronounce "Capable" in English）
How to pronounce "Capable" in English?"Capable" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Capable" from YouTube Videos
Why Should I Start a Startup? by Michael Seibel
Y Combinator
“yeah, I think it's a really small group who can actually be equally capable in either in either role as a founder or as a really effective person inside of a big company.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Capable"?How does "Capable" change by context?
2. having the necessary qualities or character to be something
具備…素質的，有可能…的
This situation is capable of improvement if we work together.
如果我們一起努力，這個情況是有可能改善的。
He is capable of great kindness when he wants to be.
當他願意的時候，他是能夠表現出極大善意的。
3. efficient and effective
有效率的，能幹的
The team delivered a capable performance under pressure.
這個團隊在壓力下表現得非常出色。
We need a capable person to lead this important project.
我們需要一個能幹的人來領導這個重要專案。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Capable"?How to make natural sentences with "Capable"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| capable of + noun | 能夠（做）…的 | He is capable of great kindness. (他能夠展現極大的仁慈。) |
| capable of + V-ing | 有能力（做）…的 | This engine is capable of reaching high speeds. (這具引擎有能力達到高速。) |
| perfectly/fully/highly capable | 完全/非常/高度有能力的 | She is perfectly capable of managing the project herself. (她完全有能力自己管理這個專案。) |
| more than capable | 綽綽有餘的，遠超過有能力的 | Our team is more than capable of handling the challenge. (我們的團隊處理這個挑戰綽綽有餘。) |
| a capable + noun | 一個能幹的… | They hired a very capable manager. (他們雇用了一位非常能幹的經理。) |
| prove (oneself) capable | 證明（自己）有能力 | He proved himself capable under pressure. (他在壓力下證明了自己有能力。) |
用法說明
How is "Capable" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Capable"?
capable of doing vs capable to do
- capable of doing 是唯一正確的搭配。介系詞 of 後面必須接動名詞 (-ing 形式)。
- capable to do 是常見的錯誤。形容詞 capable 後面不能接不定詞 (to + 動詞原形)。
- 即使在情態動詞（如 would, will, might）後面，也必須保持 capable of doing 的結構。 EN: She is capable of handling complex projects under pressure. 翻譯: 她有能力在壓力下處理複雜的專案。
EN:She is capable to handle complex projects under pressure.
翻譯:(錯誤用法) 她有能力處理複雜的專案。
EN:This software would be capable of processing the data much faster.
翻譯:這套軟體將能夠更快地處理這些數據。
EN:This software would be capable to process the data much faster.
翻譯:(錯誤用法) 這套軟體將能夠更快地處理這些數據。
總結建議
請務必使用 capable of doing 的結構，避免使用錯誤的 capable to do。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Capable" and similar words?How to choose "Capable" vs alternatives?
capable vs able
「capable」強調具備完成某事的內在能力或素質，常與「of」連用；「able」則更常用於表示有體力、技能或機會去做某事，常與「to」連用。
capable vs competent
「capable」泛指有足夠能力完成任務；「competent」則強調具備完成特定工作所需的足夠技能、知識或資格，達到合格或令人滿意的標準。
capable vs qualified
「capable」側重於實際執行能力；「qualified」則強調擁有官方認可的資格、證照或符合特定條件。
口語用法
How is "Capable" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Capable"?
引述
在口語中，常用來引述或轉述他人對某人能力的看法。 EN: "They said she's capable of handling the whole project on her own." 翻譯: 他們說她有能力獨自處理整個專案。
EN:"I've heard he's more than capable, so let's give him the lead role."
翻譯:我聽說他完全能勝任，所以我們把主導角色交給他吧。
語氣強調
常與程度副詞連用，以加強或軟化語氣，表達不同程度的信心或評價。 EN: "She's perfectly capable of making her own decisions, you know." 翻譯: 你要知道，她完全有能力自己做決定。
EN:"He's barely capable of keeping his room tidy, let alone managing a team."
翻譯:他連保持自己房間整潔都勉強，更別說管理一個團隊了。
停頓填充
在思考或組織語句時，可用來填充停頓，特別是在描述人或評估情況時。 EN: "We need someone who is... capable, reliable, and a good communicator." 翻譯: 我們需要一個…有能力、可靠且善於溝通的人。
EN:"The system is, well, capable enough for now, but we might need an upgrade soon."
翻譯:這個系統嘛，目前還算夠用，但我們可能很快需要升級。
注意：在正式書寫中（如報告、學術論文），應避免使用上述口語填充詞（如「well」、「you know」）以及過於主觀的強調結構（如「barely capable」），建議使用更精確、客觀的表述。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Capable"?What fixed phrases with "Capable" should I remember?
capable of
be capable of (doing) something
有能力（做）某事
highly capable
highly capable
能力非常強的
perfectly capable
perfectly capable
完全有能力的
more than capable
more than capable
綽綽有餘的，能力遠超所需的
capable hands
in capable hands
在可靠的人手中
demonstrably capable
demonstrably capable
能力顯而易見的
capable performer
capable performer
能力不錯的執行者
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Capable"?Which "Capable" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×He is capable to do the job.
✓He is capable of doing the job.
「capable」後面必須接「of + V-ing」，不能接不定詞「to do」。這是固定搭配。
×This machine is capable to produce 100 units per hour.
✓This machine is capable of producing 100 units per hour.
描述機器或事物的能力時，同樣使用「capable of + V-ing」的結構。
×He is a capable man to solve problems.
✓He is a man capable of solving problems.
當「capable」作為後置形容詞修飾名詞時，正確的結構是「名詞 + capable of + V-ing」，而不是用不定詞來修飾。
×I am not capable to speak French.
✓I am not capable of speaking French.
在否定句中，「capable」的用法不變，依然是「not capable of + V-ing」。
×He has the capable of leadership.
✓He has the capability for leadership. / He is capable of leadership.
「capable」是形容詞，不能直接當成名詞使用。要表達「能力」這個名詞，應使用「capability」或「ability」。或者直接用形容詞句型「be capable of + 名詞」。
×This phone is capable for high-quality photography.
✓This phone is capable of high-quality photography.
「capable」後面固定的介系詞是「of」，不是「for」。
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Capable"?What are tense/participle forms of "Capable"?