Definitions
adj. having the skill, opportunity, or means to do something
能够的
adj. skilled and effective at doing things
能干的；有才干的
Example
I am finally able to swim across the pool.
我终于能够游到泳池的另一端了。
With reliable internet access, rural students are able to attend courses previously available only in cities.
有了可靠的互联网接入，农村学生就能参加以前只有城市才提供的课程。
Collocations
- be able to
- an able leader
- an able student
Word family
- ability (n.)
- unable (adj.)
- ably (adv.)
Synonyms
- capable
- competent
Antonyms
- unable
- incapable
Usage tip
表示能够做某事用be able to do，不用able doing。
FAQ
- What does able mean?
- having the skill, opportunity, or means to do something skilled and effective at doing things
- How is able pronounced?
- UK /ˈeɪbəl/, US /ˈeɪbəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
