capacitam

[ka-pa-si-TAM]
verb
they enable, they qualify, they train
1. Third person plural present indicative of 'capacitar' - to enable someone to do something; to provide training or qualifications
The courses capacitate workers for better job opportunities.
Os cursos capacitam os trabalhadores para melhores oportunidades de emprego.
2. To give someone the ability, skills, or legal authority to perform a task
These programs capacitate women to start their own businesses.
Esses programas capacitam mulheres a iniciar seus próprios negócios.
3. To make capable or competent in a specific field
Professional certifications capacitate engineers for complex projects.
Certificações profissionais capacitam engenheiros para projetos complexos.
The verb 'capacitam' is frequently used in Brazilian professional and educational discourse, particularly in discussions about workforce development, skills training programs, and professional development. It reflects the Portuguese language's emphasis on formal qualification and professional preparation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
habilitamqualificamtreinampreparamautorizam
Antonyms / Antônimos
incapacitamdesabilitamdesqualificam

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
capacitam
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
capacitam
Common in professional and educational contexts
São Paulo
capacitam
Widely used in business and corporate training settings
Portugal
capacitam
Less common; Portuguese prefer 'habilitam' or 'qualificam'

Related Words

capacidadecapacitaçãocapacitorcapacitarcompetência

Related Idioms & Phrases

capacitam para o mercado de trabalho
capacitam profissionalmente
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