How to Pronounce Capabilities

To pronounce "capabilities", say CAP-ab-il-it-ies — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

CAP-ab-il-it-ies

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💡 Tip for remembering “capabilities”

"capabilities" has 5 syllables: cap-ab-il-it-ies. It rhymes with abilities and possibilities, if that helps it stick.

What does capabilities mean?

noun

The power or ability to generate an outcome

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Words that rhyme with capabilities

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abilities possibilities facilities disability liabilities sensibilities vulnerabilities hostilities disabilities probabilities instabilities utilities

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How many syllables are in "capabilities"?▾

"Capabilities" has 5 syllables: cap · ab · il · it · ies.

What does "capabilities" mean?▾

Capabilities: The power or ability to generate an outcome

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