English–German

“capable” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtʏçtɪç/

Example

Er ist ein tüchtiger Kollege.

He is a capable colleague.

Illustration for tüchtig (capable)

How to say “capable” in German

“Capable” in German is tüchtig.

A dependable worker combines practical skill with the energy to carry a job through properly.

Full entry for tüchtig: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with tüchtig

Für dieses Projekt suchten sie eine tüchtige Fachkraft.

For this project, they were looking for a capable professional.

Tips for using tüchtig

  • The word can praise either ability or effort, so a tüchtiger Kollege may be understood as highly competent, notably hardworking, or both depending on context.

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