ability in German
ability in German is barkeit, Fähigkeit — ability means the capacity or power to do something.
ability in German
barkeit
Forms a noun from a verb or an adjective by changing from -able; ability, inclination or suitability for a specified function or condition.
Fähigkeit
What does "ability" mean?
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noun The capacity or power to do something.
"Thick fog reduced the driver's ability to see the road ahead."
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noun A particular skill or talent.
"Her ability as a negotiator earned her a promotion last year."
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ability in a sentence
- Thick fog reduced the driver's ability to see the road ahead.
- She has the ability to learn languages quickly.
- Her ability as a negotiator earned her a promotion last year.
- Children often show an ability for drawing before they can write.
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What is "ability" in German?
"ability" in German is barkeit, Fähigkeit. ability means: The capacity or power to do something.
How do you use "ability" in a sentence?
Example: "Thick fog reduced the driver's ability to see the road ahead." In German, "ability" is barkeit, Fähigkeit.
Are there other ways to say "ability" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "ability": barkeit, Fähigkeit.
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