capacity

noun B2

Meaning

Capacity refers to the maximum amount that something can hold or produce, often used in contexts such as manufacturing, education, or personal abilities.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "capacity" with "capability," as the former refers to quantity while the latter refers to ability.

Example Sentences

The conference hall has a seating capacity of five hundred people .
The stadium has a seating capacity of twenty thousand people .
The theater has a seating capacity of 500 people .
What is the capacity of this room for the meeting ?

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