🇬🇧 Able meaning: English Vocabulary Flash Card

"Able" means you can do something because you have enough strength, skill, time, or another way to make it happen. If you are able to do something, it is possible for you, not impossible. For example, if you are able to swim, you know how and your body can do it; if you are able to finish your homework, you have the time and the brain power to get it done.

I’m able to read a whole book, but somehow not able to remember where I put it five minutes later.

Grandma was able to beat me at a video game she didn’t even know the rules to.

Our cat was able to nap for 18 hours and still look tired afterward.

My cousin was able to ride his bike with no hands, but not able to explain why he rode straight into a bush.

The turtle was able to beat me in a race because I got distracted by a sandwich.

A girl is not able to reach the small red ball on a tall box on the table. Her dad is able to lift her onto a chair. She is able to take the ball. She is able to wave the ball and smile. Both are able to laugh and hug. They feel warm and happy.

This word is at the A2 level, which means it’s useful for simple, everyday situations. You might use it when shopping, traveling, or talking about your hobbies. Words at this level help you build confidence in practical, routine conversations.

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