English Word · Intermediate
capita
person
Pronunciation: say capita
Meaning
A person; used primarily in the phrase "per capita" to mean "per person".
Example
We will calculate the average per capita.
We will calculate the average per capita.
Practice tips
- Practice capita out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.