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    Incapable (en. Unable)

    ε̃ka.pabl

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Who does not have the necessary ability or competence.
    He is incapable of solving this problem.
    Il est incapable de résoudre ce problème.
    Who is not in a state to accomplish something.
    She feels incapable of continuing this task.
    Elle se sent incapable de continuer cette tâche.
    Who shows an impossibility or a constraint.
    This tool is incapable of cutting hard metals.
    Cet outil est incapable de couper les métaux durs.
    Generally refers to an emotional or intellectual incapacity.
    He is emotionally incapable of facing his fears.
    Il est émotionnellement incapable d'affronter ses peurs.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'incapabilis', composed of 'in-' and 'capabilis' (capable).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    incapable of
    In the inability to do something.
    incapable de
    to be incapable of
    Being out of ability or competence for a task.
    être incapable de
    unable to defend oneself
    Not having the skill or strength to protect oneself.
    incapable de se défendre

    Related Words

    capable
    Who has the competence or ability.
    capable
    aptitude
    The ability to carry out a task.
    aptitude
    competence
    The qualification necessary to perform a job.
    compétence

    Slang Meanings

    To demonstrate a weakness or a lack of competence.
    He really looks incapable when he's stressed.
    Il a vraiment un air incapable quand il est stressé.
    Used to refer to someone who often fails.
    She is a bit incapable in this area; I don't trust her.
    Elle est un peu incapable dans ce domaine, je ne lui fais pas confiance.