Significado em português
Significado de Can
used to say that it is possible for somebody/something to do something, or for something to happen
In simple words: to be able to do something
Can em uma frase
- I can swim very well.
- Can you help me with this problem?
- She can speak three languages.
- We can go to the park tomorrow.
- Can you see the stars at night?
- He can play the guitar beautifully.
- I can’t believe how fast he runs.
- They can finish the project by next week.
Como usar Can
Use 'can' for ability or permission in neutral contexts. Avoid in very formal situations. Instead, use 'may' or 'might' for permission.
Grammar pattern
can + base form of verb
Memory hint
Remember 'can' as in 'I can' do something, imagine a person flexing their muscles.
Palavras relacionadas
Collocations with Can
- can do
- can see
- can go
- can make
- can help
Synonyms for Can
- be able to
- know how to
- be capable of
Common mistakes with Can
- Confusing 'can' with 'could' when talking about past ability
- Using 'can' for polite requests; use 'could' for more formality
- For permission, incorrectly using 'can' instead of 'may' in formal contexts
Can appears in
More words like Can
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Perguntas frequentes sobre Can
O que significa Can?
to be able to do something
O que significa Can em português?
to be able to do something
Qual é a definição de Can?
used to say that it is possible for somebody/something to do something, or for something to happen
Como se usa Can em uma frase?
I can swim very well.
Pode dar outro exemplo de Can?
Can you help me with this problem?
Quais são os sinônimos de Can?
Algumas alternativas comuns são be able to, know how to, be capable of.
Qual é o oposto de Can?
Significados opostos incluem cannot, unable.
Que palavras combinam com Can?
Costuma combinar com can do, can see, can go, can make, can help.
Quais são os erros comuns ao usar Can?
Confusing 'can' with 'could' when talking about past ability Using 'can' for polite requests; use 'could' for more formality For permission, incorrectly using 'can' instead of 'may' in formal contexts
Como se pronuncia Can?
US: /["/kən//kæn/","/ˈkænɑːt/","/kænt/","/kəd//kʊd/","/ˈkʊdnt/"]/, UK: /["/kən//kæn/","/ˈkænɒt/","/kɑːnt/","/kəd//kʊd/","/ˈkʊdnt/"]/. Ouça o áudio acima para escutar a pronúncia nativa.
Quando devo usar Can?
Use 'can' for ability or permission in neutral contexts. Avoid in very formal situations. Instead, use 'may' or 'might' for permission.
Qual é o nível CEFR de Can?
"Can" está no nível A1 da escala CEFR.
