Chinese

nénglì
Meaning: ability; capacity; capability
Part of Speech: Noun

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能
力

Example sentences

His work ability has been consistently recognized by everyone.
我們需要培養獨立思考的能力。
我们需要培养独立思考的能力。
We need to cultivate the ability to think independently.
這項智力測驗可以評估一個人的邏輯推理能力。
这项智力测验可以评估一个人的逻辑推理能力。
This intelligence test can evaluate a person's logical reasoning ability.
這次軍事演習中,空軍展示了強大的空中作戰能力。
这次军事演习中,空军展示了强大的空中作战能力。
In this military exercise, the air force demonstrated powerful aerial combat capabilities.
不要迷信權威,要有獨立思考的能力。
不要迷信权威,要有独立思考的能力。
Don't blindly believe in authority; have the ability to think independently.
這件事超出了我的能力範圍。
这件事超出了我的能力范围。
This matter exceeded the scope of my ability.
他的調度能力讓項目順利完成。
他的调度能力让项目顺利完成。
His management skills allowed the project to be completed smoothly.
作為領導者,需要具備駕馭複雜局勢的能力。
作为领导者,需要具备驾驭复杂局势的能力。
As a leader, one needs to have the ability to control complex situations.
公司非常看重他的能力。
The company values his ability very much.
在現代社會,文憑雖然重要,但實際能力更為關鍵。
在现代社会,文凭虽然重要,但实际能力更为关键。
In modern society, although a diploma is important, practical ability is even more crucial.

Usage Notes

Refers to the talent or skill needed to do something, or the subjective conditions for being able to handle a task.

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