ability

ability
(pl. -ies)

[in sing., with infinitive]the capacity to do something
（做某事的）能力
the manager had lost his ability to motivate the players.
经理已经无法调动球员的积极性。
[mass noun]talent that enables someone to achieve a great deal
才能
a man of exceptional ability.
具有超凡才能的人。
■(in the context of education) a level of mental power
（教育用语）智力水平
a student of below average ability.
智力水平偏低的学生。
[count noun]pupils of all abilities.
具有各种才智的学生。
■[count noun]a particular talent or skill
（特殊的）才干，技能
much depends on the person's abilities and aptitudes.
有好多事是取决于一个人的才干和天赋的。

语源

late Middle English : from Old French ablete, from Latin habilitas, from habilis 'able'

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