La capacidad
Example: La capacidad del equipo para resolver problemas es impresionante.
Definition
"La capacidad" refers to the ability or power of a person, group, or thing to perform a particular task or function effectively. It often indicates the potential or skill necessary to accomplish something, as in the team's capacity to solve problems.
Etymology
The word "la capacidad" comes from the Latin 'capacitas,' meaning 'ability to hold or contain.' Over time, it evolved in Spanish to represent not only physical capacity but also intellectual or functional ability. Did you know? The root 'capax' means 'able to hold,' which nicely captures the idea of 'capacity' as potential or capability.
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"La capacidad" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Management - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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