Definitions
v. Used to express ability, permission, or possibility.
能；可以；可能
n. A metal container for food, drinks, or other substances.
金属罐；罐头
v. To preserve food by sealing it in cans.
将食品装罐保存
Example
I can carry both bags if you open the door.
你要是把门打开，我就能把两个袋子都提进去。
Access to reliable internet can help rural students benefit from a wider range of educational resources.
稳定的互联网接入能帮助农村学生利用更丰富的教育资源。
Collocations
- can afford
- can of soup
- canned food
Word family
- canning (n.)
- canned (adj.)
Usage tip
作情态动词后接动词原形，第三人称不加s。
FAQ
- What does can mean?
- Used to express ability, permission, or possibility. A metal container for food, drinks, or other substances. To preserve food by sealing it in cans.
- How is can pronounced?
- UK /kæn/, US /kæn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
