ability in Portuguese
ability in Portuguese is abilidade, habilidade, capacidade — ability means the capacity or power to do something.
ability in Portuguese
abilidade
Forms a noun from a verb or an adjective by changing from -able; ability, inclination or suitability for a specified function or condition.
habilidade
(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).]
capacidade
(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).]
destreza
(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).]
mestria
(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).]
perícia
(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).]
habilidade
(countable) A skill or competence in doing; mental power; talent; aptitude. [First attested in the early 17th century.]
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 Portuguese?
"ability" in Portuguese is abilidade, habilidade, capacidade. 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 Portuguese, "ability" is abilidade, habilidade, capacidade.
Are there other ways to say "ability" in Portuguese?
Yes — Portuguese has 6 translations listed for "ability": abilidade, habilidade, capacidade, destreza, mestria, perícia.
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