able
able
having the skill or power to do something
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able with Russian translation
able usage examples
Она способна быстро решить проблему.
She is able to solve the problem quickly.
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able belongs to the topic "Top 1000". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
able synonyms
Related words worth learning together
She is capable of handling difficult tasks.
She is qualified for the position.
able to do a job well enough; having the required ability
He is a competent teacher.
good at doing something because of practice and ability
She is a skillful driver.
naturally very good at something
He is a talented musician.
very good and experienced at doing something, especially a skill
She is proficient in English.
This medicine is effective against pain.
suitable or in good physical condition
He is fit to work after the injury.
What's the difference
How is able different from related words?
Short comparisons help you choose the right word by meaning, context, and typical examples.
В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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How to pronounce able and what this word means
able means able. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce able
/ˈeɪbəl/
able translation
able
able examples
She is able to solve the problem quickly.
able transcription
/ˈeɪbəl/, /ˈeɪbəl/
Questions about this word
able meaning: what does it mean?
having the skill or power to do something
able pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
able is pronounced as /ˈeɪbəl/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
able definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
She is able to solve the problem quickly. Translation: Она способна быстро решить проблему.
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