B1 verb Neutral

具备

/tɕy˥˩ pei˥˩/

To have or possess something necessary or desirable, such as a skill, quality, or condition. It implies meeting a requirement.

Examples

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1

他具备成为一名好医生的所有素质。

He possesses all the qualities to be a good doctor.

2

该项目已具备动工的条件。

The project has met the conditions to start construction.

3

你得具备点儿常识吧?

You should have some common sense, right?

Word Family

Verb
具备
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Memory Tip

具 (tool/possess) + 备 (prepare) = possessing what is prepared/needed.

Quick Quiz

作为一名教师,他___耐心和责任感。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 具备

Examples

1

他具备成为一名好医生的所有素质。

everyday

He possesses all the qualities to be a good doctor.

2

该项目已具备动工的条件。

formal

The project has met the conditions to start construction.

3

你得具备点儿常识吧?

informal

You should have some common sense, right?

4

成功的实验必须具备精确的数据支持。

academic

A successful experiment must possess precise data support.

5

优秀的领导者需要具备很强的沟通能力。

business

Excellent leaders need to possess strong communication skills.

Word Family

Verb
具备

Common Collocations

具备条件 possess conditions
具备素质 possess qualities
具备能力 possess ability
具备资格 possess qualifications
完全具备 fully possess

Common Phrases

具备基础

possess foundation

具备潜力

possess potential

不具备

do not possess

Often Confused With

具备 vs 具有

具有 is more general for having a property; 具备 often implies having what is 'required' or 'necessary'.

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Usage Notes

Crucial for IELTS Speaking Part 1 and Writing Task 2 when discussing job requirements or personal traits.

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Common Mistakes

Do not use '具备' for simple possession like 'having a pen'; use '有' instead.

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Memory Tip

具 (tool/possess) + 备 (prepare) = possessing what is prepared/needed.

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Word Origin

具 (to provide/tool) and 备 (ready/prepared).

Grammar Patterns

具备 + [Abstract Noun] 不具备...的条件

Quick Quiz

作为一名教师,他___耐心和责任感。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 具备

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