be able

be able(
bi
 
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buhl
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An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
intransitive verb phrase
a. ser capaz
Dan is very able; he's just lazy.Dan es muy capaz; simplemente es perezoso.
a. poder
If you want to be able to see without glasses, you need surgery.Si quieres poder ver sin lentes, necesitas cirugía.
b. ser capaz de
As a teacher, you must be able to have patience with rowdy children.Como maestro, debes ser capaz de tener paciencia con los niños traviesos.
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