ability in French
ability in French is abilité, capacité, pouvoir — ability means the capacity or power to do something.
ability in French
abilité
Forms a noun from a verb or an adjective by changing from -able; ability, inclination or suitability for a specified function or condition.
capacité
(uncountable) The quality or state of being able; capacity to do or of doing something; having the necessary power. [First attested from around (1350 to 1470).]
pouvoir
(uncountable) The quality or state of being able; capacity to do or of doing something; having the necessary power. [First attested from around (1350 to 1470).]
habileté
(uncountable) The quality or state of being able; capacity to do or of doing something; having the necessary power. [First attested from around (1350 to 1470).]
What does "ability" mean?
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noun The capacity or power to do something.
"She has the ability to learn languages quickly."
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noun A particular skill or talent.
"His musical ability was obvious from a young age."
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ability in a sentence
- She has the ability to learn languages quickly.
- The surgery restored his ability to walk.
- His musical ability was obvious from a young age.
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What is "ability" in French?
"ability" in French is abilité, capacité, pouvoir. ability means: The capacity or power to do something.
How do you use "ability" in a sentence?
Example: "She has the ability to learn languages quickly." In French, "ability" is abilité, capacité, pouvoir.
Are there other ways to say "ability" in French?
Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "ability": abilité, capacité, pouvoir, habileté.
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