transcription, транскрипция: [ ə-ˈbi-lə-tē ]
noun
( plural -ties )
Etymology: Middle English abilite, from Anglo-French, from Latin habilitat-, habilitas, from habilis apt, skillful — more at able
Date: 14th century
1.
a. : the quality or state of being able
ability of the soil to hold water
especially : physical, mental, or legal power to perform
b. : competence in doing : skill
2. : natural aptitude or acquired proficiency
children whose abilities warrant higher education