able
able
Meaning of able
having the skill or power to do something
具有做某事的本领的
Pronunciation
able with Chinese translation
able usage examples
He is a very able person.
他是一个很有能力的人。
She is a very able student.
她是个很有能力的学生。
able synonyms
What's the difference between able, capable, can, competent, skilled, qualified, talented, and skillful
ENShe is capable of handling difficult tasks.
The usual way to say someone is able.
ENI can swim.
Skilled enough to do something well.
ENHe is a competent teacher.
Having training or experience.
ENHe is a skilled carpenter.
Advanced: broader words
ENShe is qualified for the position.
Having a natural gift.
ENHe is a talented musician.
Very good at something; British skilful.
ENShe is a skillful driver.
Highly skilled; formal.
ENShe is proficient in English.
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What does able mean?
having the skill or power to do something
How do you pronounce able?
able is pronounced [ˈeɪbəl].
How is able used in a sentence?
他是一个很有能力的人。 Translation: He is a very able person.
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