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no ser capaz de(
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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.).
a. to not be able to
¿Qué pasa si no somos capaces de escapar a tiempo? - Abrimos la sala y los dejaremos salir.What happens if we're not able to escape in time? - We unlock the room and let you out.
b. to not be capable of
Si no es capaz de brindar asistencia a otros pasajeros, no puede sentarse junto a la salida de emergencia, caballero.If you're not capable of providing assistance to other passengers, you cannot sit by the emergency exit, sir.
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