CEFR A1 · Verbs

be able to

/bi ˈeɪbl tuː/ Headword: able 📚 Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)

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Arabic Translation & Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

To 'be able to' means to have the capacity, skill, or opportunity to do something. It expresses possibility or capability.

Synonyms

can have the ability to have the capacity to

Antonyms

be unable to cannot

Translations

be able to in your language

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عربي

أن تكون قادراً على فعل شيء يعني أن لديك القدرة أو الفرصة لفعله.

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اردو

کسی کام کو کرنے کی صلاحیت یا موقع ہونا۔

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हिंदी

किसी काम को करने की क्षमता या अवसर होना।

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中文

能够做某事意味着有能力或机会去做。

Easy Explanation

It means you can do something. You have the skill for it. Or you have the chance to do it.

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Memory TipIt's like saying 'can', but often used for future ability or more formal situations.

Contextual Examples

After practicing, I was able to (could) play the song on the piano.

She hopes to be able to (can) visit her family next summer.

If you study hard, you will be able to (can) pass the exam easily.

Pronunciation & Context