be able to do sth

be able to do sth: (used as a modal v 用作情态动词) have the power, means or opportunity to do sth; be in a situation in which it is possible for you to do something; have the necessary physical strength, mental power, skill, time, money or opportunity to do something 有能力﹑ 办法或机会做某事; 能

If you are able to do something, you have skills or qualities which make it possible for you to do it.

The older child should be able to prepare a simple meal.

The company say they‘re able to keep pricing competitive.

They seemed able to work together very efficiently.

If you are able to do something, you have enough freedom, power, time, or money to do it.

You’ll be able to read in peace.

It would be nice to be able to afford to retire earlier.

= can

The child is not yet able to write.

这个孩子还不会写字。

Will you be able to come? 你能来吗?

You are better able to do it than I (am).

你比我更有能力做这件事。

You must be able to speak French for this job.

I’ve always wanted to be able to speak Japanese.

I’d like to do more gardening, but I never seem able to find the time.

I haven’t been able to read that report yet.

Will she be able to cope with the work?

He’s never been able to admit to his mistakes.

I’m sorry that I wasn’t able to phone you yesterday.

It‘s so wonderful being able to see the sea from my window.

You should be able to do the work well.

你应该能把这项工作做好。

What would the surgeon be able to do for me?

这个治疗会给我带来什么不得而知。