be unable to stand
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be unable to stand
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.).
a. ser incapaz de levantarse
The soldier was unable to stand because he was still too weak.El soldado era incapaz de levantarse porque aún estaba demasiado débil.
b. ser incapaz de pararse (Latin America)
Regionalism used in Latin America: all the countries in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Does not include Spain.
My grandfather was unable to stand on his own at that time.Para esa época, mi abuelo era incapaz de pararse solo.
A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
a. no poder aguantar
Some who are unable to stand the substanial pressure drop out of med school.Algunos que no pueden aguantar la considerable presión abandonan la facultad de medicina.
b. no soportar
I think your brother would be unable to stand living here in the city.No creo que tu hermano soportaría vivir aquí en la ciudad.
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