die Befähigung
Translation
qualification, ability, capability, competence
Examples
Sie hat die Befähigung zur Lehrerin.
She has the qualification to be a teacher.
Seine Befähigung für die Aufgabe ist unbestritten.
His capability for the task is undisputed.
Grammar Patterns
the qualification ((for sth.)) She has the qualification for a leadership position.
the ability ((for sth.)) He shows great ability for this work.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Fähigkeit, die Qualifikation, die Eignung; Antonyms: die Unfähigkeit
Etymology
From the verb 'befähigen' (to enable), which comes from the adjective 'fähig' (able, capable). The suffix '-ung' turns verbs into nouns.
Memory Tips
Focus on the root 'fähig' (able). 'Be-fähig-ung' is the 'making of ability' or the resulting qualification.