capacity
指人时侧重与潜在能力(一种可能得到发展或应用的才能或天分)。如:
Her mental capacity and temperament are as remarkable as his. 她的才智和气质和他一样出众。
They have capacity for hard work 他们能吃苦耐劳。
指物时侧重于负载量或能量。如:
aerial capacity 天线电容
annual capacity 年产量
capability
指人时侧重胜任某项具体工作的能力,也可以指本身具有、尚未发挥的潜在能力。如:
He is a student of great capabilities. 他是一个能力极强的学生。
She has capabilities as a singer, and she is worth training. 她具备歌唱家的才能, 值得培养。
指物时侧重于性能或功率。如:
rated power capability 额定功率
capability of swelling 可膨胀性