English–Korean
“ability” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationneungnyeok
Example
그는 일을 잘할 능력이 있다.keu neun i reul chal hal neung nyeo gi it tta
He has the ability to do the work well.
How to say “ability” in Korean
“Ability” in Korean is 능력 (neungnyeok).
The capacity or competence that makes successful action possible.
Example sentences with 능력
새 일을 맡으면서 능력을 더 키우고 싶다.sae i reul ma teu myeon seo neung nyeo geul teo ki u go sip tta
I want to develop my ability further as I take on a new job.
Tips for using 능력
- The word is broad enough for both natural potential and developed competence, so context shows which kind is meant.