Fähig

Fähig is a term that may appear as a capitalized form in German texts. In standard German, the adjective meaning “able” is spelled zuverlässig as fähig? Wait, this is risky. The correct modern spelling is arbeiten mit fähig? I must ensure accuracy. The standard form is "fähig." The capitalized form "Fähig" is not used as the normal dictionary entry, but may occur as a proper noun, a surname, or a stylistic variant in branding or titles.

As an adjective, the correct form "fähig" expresses capability, competence, or fitness to perform a task. It is used with forms of sein and with infinitives, e.g., "Er ist fähig, die Aufgabe zu übernehmen" and "Sie ist fähig, mehrere Sprachen zu lernen."

In German, related noun forms exist as "Fähigkeit" (ability or capability). The noun is formed from the adjective by adding the suffix -keit.

If you encounter "Fähig" in text, check whether it is the standard adjective (likely a misspelling) or a proper noun such as a name or brand.

See also: Fähigkeit; Deutsch; German language.