How to Pronounce "capacities"
word
kəˈpæsətiz/, /kəˈpæsɪtiz
kuh-PASS-uh-teez
kəpˈæsɪtiz
kuh-PASS-i-teez
Definition
The abilities, powers, or qualities someone or something has; can also mean the maximum amount something can hold.
IPA Transcription
American English
kəˈpæsətiz/, /kəˈpæsɪtiz
British English
kəpˈæsɪtiz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuh-PASS-uh-teez
UK
kuh-PASS-i-teez
Listen in Context
Humans have different capacities for learning languages.
The stadium has multiple seating capacities depending on the event.
Machines have different capacities to process information.
Over the years, his mental capacities have actually improved.