Verbo (verb)
/ka.pa.θiˈtaɾ/ (in Castilian Spanish)
/ka.pə.ˈsi.tɑr/ (in Latin American Spanish)
"Capacitar" means to provide training or skills to someone, enabling them to perform a task or function effectively. The word is commonly used in both professional and educational contexts in Spanish-speaking countries, including Chile and the United States.
It is often used in environments such as workplaces, educational institutions, and vocational training programs. The frequency of use is moderate, with a tendency to appear more in written contexts, such as reports or training materials, but it is also prevalent in spoken language when discussing employee training or educational courses.
Es importante capacitar a los empleados para que puedan realizar su trabajo de manera eficiente.
It is important to train the employees so that they can perform their job efficiently.
La universidad ofrece programas para capacitar a los estudiantes en habilidades técnicas.
The university offers programs to train students in technical skills.
La empresa decidió capacitar a su personal en el uso de nuevas tecnologías.
The company decided to train its staff in the use of new technologies.
While "capacitar" does not have many widely recognized idiomatic expressions, it is often used in contexts where empowerment and enabling are significant.
Capacitar a alguien para el éxito es un regalo invaluable.
Empowering someone for success is an invaluable gift.
El objetivo de la capacitación es capacitar a los trabajadores para enfrentar los desafíos.
The goal of the training is to enable workers to face challenges.
Si deseas capacitarte, debes buscar oportunidades de aprendizaje.
If you want to empower yourself, you should seek learning opportunities.
"Capacitar" comes from the Latin "capacitāre," which means to make capable or to endow with ability. The root "capax" means capable or able. This etymology reflects the verb's focus on enabling individuals to acquire skills or knowledge.
Synonyms: - Formar (to form) - Adiestrar (to train) - Habilitar (to enable)
Antonyms: - Deshabilitar (to disable) - Inhabilitar (to incapacitate) - Desentrenar (to untrain)
This structure helps provide a comprehensive overview of the word "capacitar," its meanings, uses, and associated linguistic elements in Spanish.