Capible vs. Capable — What's the Difference?
Edited by Tayyaba Rehman — By Fiza Rafique — Published on October 21, 2023
"Capible" is a misspelling; the correct form is "Capable," which describes having the ability or capacity to do something efficiently.
Which is correct: Capible or Capable
How to spell Capable?
Capible
Incorrect Spelling
Capable
Correct Spelling
Difference Between Capible and Capable
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Key Differences
Link it with “Escape-able” - if you can escape, you are capable.
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Phonetically, “Capable” sounds like 'Kay-puh-bul,' not 'Cap-ih-bul.'
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Divide it: Ca-pa-ble, reminding three distinct parts.
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Remember "able" as in being able to do something, hence “Capable.”
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Picture a person wearing a cape – a ‘capable’ superhero.
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Definitions
Capable
Capable suggests the inherent ability or capacity for growth or improvement.
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Capable
Capable indicates physical or intellectual ability to perform a task.
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Capable
Having capacity or ability; efficient and able
A capable administrator. See Usage Note at able.
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Capable
Having the ability required for a specific task or accomplishment; qualified
Capable of winning.
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Capable
Permitting an action to be performed
An error capable of remedy.
A camera capable of being used underwater.
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Capable
Able and efficient; having the ability needed for a specific task; having the disposition to do something; permitting or being susceptible to something.
She is capable and efficient.
He does not need help; he is capable of eating on his own.
As everyone knew, he was capable of violence when roused.
That fact is not capable of proof.
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Capable
(obsolete) Of sufficient capacity or size for holding, containing, receiving or taking in; accessible to. Construed with of, for or an infinitive.
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Capable
Possessing ability, qualification, or susceptibility; having capacity; of sufficient size or strength; as, a room capable of holding a large number; a castle capable of resisting a long assault.
Concious of joy and capable of pain.
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Capable
Possessing adequate power; qualified; able; fully competent; as, a capable instructor; a capable judge; a mind capable of nice investigations.
More capable to discourse of battles than to give them.
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Capable
Possessing legal power or capacity; as, a man capable of making a contract, or a will.
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Capable
(usually followed by `of') having capacity or ability;
Capable of winning
Capable of hard work
Capable of walking on two feet
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Capable
Possibly accepting or permitting;
A passage capable of misinterpretation
Open to interpretation
An issue open to question
The time is fixed by the director and players and therefore subject to much variation
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Capable
(followed by `of') having the temperament or inclination for;
No one believed her capable of murder
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Capable
Having the requisite qualities for;
Equal to the task
The work isn't up to the standard I require
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Capable
Have the skills and qualifications to do things well;
Able teachers
A capable administrator
Children as young as 14 can be extremely capable and dependable
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Capable
Capable means having the power or ability to do something.
She's capable of finishing the task.
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FAQs
What is the root word of Capable?
The root word is Latin “capere,” meaning to take or hold.
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What is the verb form of Capable?
Capable is an adjective; it doesn’t have a verb form.
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Why is it called Capable?
It originates from the Latin 'capabilis,' which means that which can hold much.
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Which conjunction is used with Capable?
Conjunction usage isn’t specific to “capable.”
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Is the word “Capable” a Direct object or an Indirect object?
Not applicable; it's an adjective.
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Which determiner is used with Capable?
Can be various: "this," "that," "my," depending on context.
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How is Capable used in a sentence?
"She is capable of solving complex problems."
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Fiza RafiqueFiza Rafique is a skilled content editor at AskDifference.com, where she meticulously refines and enhances written pieces. Drawing from her vast editorial expertise, Fiza ensures clarity, accuracy, and precision in every article. Passionate about language, she continually seeks to elevate the quality of content for readers worldwide.
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Tayyaba RehmanTayyaba Rehman is a distinguished writer, currently serving as a primary contributor to askdifference.com. As a researcher in semantics and etymology, Tayyaba's passion for the complexity of languages and their distinctions has found a perfect home on the platform. Tayyaba delves into the intricacies of language, distinguishing between commonly confused words and phrases, thereby providing clarity for readers worldwide.
