Kakayahan (en. Ability)

ka-ka-ya-han

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Ability is the capability of a person to do something.
His ability to speak different languages is impressive.
Ang kanyang kakayahan sa pagsasalita ng iba't ibang wika ay kahanga-hanga.
It refers to the physical or mental ability of an individual.
The ability of this athlete takes him to international competitions.
Ang kakayahan ng atleta na ito ay nagdadala sa kanya sa mga pandaigdigang kompetisyon.
Ability refers to the skill or talent in a particular field.
In art, his ability is undoubtedly excellent.
Sa sining, ang kanyang kakayahan ay tiyak na mahuhusay.

Etymology

from the root word 'kaya' meaning 'to happen' or 'to accomplish'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Teaching ability
Ability to impart knowledge to others.
Kakayahang magturo
Communication ability
Ability to communicate with other people.
Kakayahang makipag-ugnayan

Related Words

talent
A natural ability or skill that is unique to a person.
talento
tools
Items used to execute an ability.
kasangkapan

Slang Meanings

skills or talents
You're really amazing! You have so many skills.
Ang galing mo talaga, grabe! Ang dami mong kakayahan.
capabilities
You can do it, it just depends on your capability to believe in yourself.
Kaya mo yan, depende lang sa kakayahan mong maniwala sa sarili mo.
expertise
Your work is amazing, you have such a high level of expertise in this field.
Sobrang ganda ng trabaho mo, ang taas ng kakayahan mo sa larangan na ‘to.