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How to pronounce able
Say it like this: /ˈeɪ.bl̩/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does able mean?
adjHaving the necessary powers or the needed resources to accomplish a task.
“She is able to lift the box without assistance.”
Free from constraints preventing completion of task; permitted to; not prevented from.
“I'll see you as soon as I'm able.”
Gifted with skill, intelligence, knowledge, or competence.
“The chairman was also an able sailor.”
verbTo make ready.
To make capable; to enable.
To dress.
nounThe letter "A" in Navy Phonetic Alphabet.
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