German Conversation · Level 33
91 words
German word
fähig
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈfɛːɪç/
Meaning
- adjectiveable
Example
Er ist fähig, das Problem zu lösen.
He is able to solve the problem.
More examples
Sie ist sprachlich fähig, komplexe Themen zu erklären.
She is linguistically capable of explaining complex topics.
Core concept
A worker has the competence and fitness required for a particular responsibility.
Common phrases
sprachlich fähig sein
be linguistically capable
zu Gesprächen fähig sein
be capable of engaging in conversations
Similar words
imstande: Being able to carry out a specific action.
kompetent: Having the knowledge and skills to handle work or a subject effectively.
qualifiziert: Meeting the requirements for a role through training or qualifications.
Definition in German
In der Lage sein, eine bestimmte Tätigkeit zu tun; für eine Aufgabe geeignet oder befähigt sein.
Word origin
The adjective fähig is an inherited Germanic formation recorded as Old High German fāhīg and Middle High German væhic, later developing into modern German.
Usage tips
- Fähig often sounds more formal than kann or kann ...; everyday speech commonly uses können for simple ability.
Other meanings
- capableadjective
- qualifiedadjective
Opposites
- unfähigincapableadjective
- ungeeignetunsuitableadjective
Related words
- die Fähigkeitabilitynoun
- befähigenenableverb
- leistungsfähighigh-performingadjective