apte
capable, fit
adjective APT Rare
Origin: Latin aptus (fitted, suited)
Usage Note
Apte is typically followed by à + infinitive to mean 'fit to do' or 'capable of doing something', as in apte au service militaire (fit for military service). Its antonym is inapte. Unlike English 'apt', it rarely implies a tendency or likelihood — it focuses on ability or suitability.
Examples
"Il est apte à diriger une équipe."
Natural Translation
He is capable of leading a team.
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