English–Spanish
“ability” in Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/aptiˈtuð/
Example
Su aptitud para resolver problemas es buena.
His ability to solve problems is good.
How to say “ability” in Spanish
“Ability” in Spanish is aptitud.
Natural readiness to perform a task.
Example sentences with aptitud
Tiene aptitud para aprender idiomas rápidamente.
He has an aptitude for learning languages quickly.
Tips for using aptitud
- Commonly used with tener aptitud para + infinitive to say someone has a natural talent, and it contrasts with habilidad, which often means an acquired skill.
Other Spanish words for “ability”
Tiene la capacidad para resolver problemas.
He has the ability to solve problems.
Tiene la competencia necesaria para el puesto.
They have the necessary ability for the position.