How to pronounce capacity

Say it like this: /kəˈpæsɪti/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/kəˈpæsɪti/

What does capacity mean?

nounThe ability to hold, receive, or absorb.

A measure of such ability; volume.

The maximum amount that can be held.

“It was hauling a capacity load.”

adjFilling the allotted space.

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