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you used to be able to do it
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. solías poder hacerlo (informal) (singular)
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
A word or phrase that is singular (e.g., el gato).
You can't squat 200 lbs? You used to be able to do it.¿No puedes levantar 200 libras en el banco? Solías poder hacerlo.
b. solía poder hacerlo (formal) (singular)
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person formal “usted” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., usted).
A word or phrase that is singular (e.g., el gato).
I can't hunt in these woods? - No, you used to be able to do it, but the laws have changed.¿No se puede cazar en este bosque? - No, solía poder hacerlo, pero las leyes han cambiado.
a. solían poder hacerlo (plural)
A word or phrase that is plural (e.g., los libros).
We're not allowed to walk on that beach anymore. - You used to be able to do it?Ya no podemos caminar en esa playa. - ¿Solían poder hacerlo?
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