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Inability

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Meanings of Inability

Noun

  • Not being able to do something; not having the skill or power to do it.
  • When you can't choose to do something or have no way to do it.

Explanation of the word: Inability

Inability means not being able to do something. Like if you can't reach a high shelf, you have an inability to reach it.

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Translations for the word: Inability

hindi
असमर्थता

asamarthta

नहीं कर पाना

nahi kar pana

असमर्थता

asamarthta

   

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Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Inability

What does 'inability' mean?
Inability means not being able to do something.
How do you pronounce 'inability'?
You pronounce 'inability' like this: in-uh-bil-i-tee.
What is the origin of the word 'inability'?
The word 'inability' comes from the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'ability' which means 'the power to do something'.
What is the meaning of 'inability' in Bengali?
The word 'inability' in Bengali is 'অক্ষমতা' (Ôkhômatā).