capitalize on

capitalize on something

Fig. to build on something; to exploit something, such as an opportunity of talent, to one's own benefit. Let's try to capitalize on the strength of the economy and invest for the future. Capitalize on your experience in the field and you'll do well in the interview.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Indra	IN-dra (Hinduism)	Hinduism, Indian, Hindi, Nepali
Marcella	-	Italian, German, Ancient Roman
MikoŁAj	mee-KAW-way	Polish
Eun-Jeong	uwn-jung	Korean
Lia (1)	LEE-ah (Italian), LEE-ə (Portuguese, Georgian)	Italian, Portuguese, Georgian, Biblical Latin
Helen	HEL-ən (English)	English, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Greek Mythology (Anglicized)