Significado em português

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UK/["/kən//kæn/","/ˈkænɒt/","/kɑːnt/","/kəd//kʊd/","/ˈkʊdnt/"]/US/["/kən//kæn/","/ˈkænɑːt/","/kænt/","/kəd//kʊd/","/ˈkʊdnt/"]/

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

Opposites of Can

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

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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.