No. 1,318 in Russian
способность
Ability; capacity.
In a sentence
У него есть способность быстро учиться.
He has the ability to learn quickly.
Here, 'способность' refers to a general talent or skill possessed by a person.
Развитие способности концентрироваться помогает ученикам в обучении.
Developing the ability to concentrate helps students in their learning process.
In this instance, 'способность' denotes a mental capacity or aptitude that can be nurtured or developed.
Способность мышц сокращаться является важной для движения.
The capability of muscles to contract is essential for movement.
Here, 'способность' is used in a biological or physical context, indicating a functional property or capability.
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