Dictionary entryCEFR A2adjective
able
IPA pronunciation: /ˈeɪbl/
Listen to the pronunciationRussian meaning
способный, умелый
English definition
Having the skill, power, or opportunity to do something.
Example
She is able to speak three languages fluently.
Collocations
- be able to
- able to work
- able to help
- able to understand
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