Japanese

かのう
Meaning: possible; feasible; potential
Part of Speech: Noun, Adjectival noun

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Handwriting

可
能

Example sentences

This plan is possible to realize within the budget.
理論上では可能だが、実際には難しい。
It is possible in theory, but difficult in practice.
理論的には可能だが、実際に行うとなると話は別だ。
Theoretically it's possible, but when it comes to actually doing it, that's a different story.
子供の教育に悪影響を与える可能性がある。
There is a possibility of having a bad influence on children's education.
キャンプ場では持ち運び可能なコンロを使って肉を焼いた。
We used a portable stove to grill meat at the campsite.
予期しない問題が生ずる可能性がある。
There is a possibility that unexpected problems will arise.
太陽光発電は再生可能エネルギーとして注目されている。
Solar power generation is attracting attention as a renewable energy source.
この海外のサイトでは、日本円での支払いが可能です。
On this overseas website, payment in Japanese Yen is possible.
インターネットの匿名性は、自由な発言を可能にする一方で、誹謗中傷の原因にもなる。
While internet anonymity enables free speech, it also becomes a cause of slander and libel.
市場の寡占は、公正な競争を妨げる可能性がある。
Oligopoly in the market may hinder fair competition.

Usage Notes

Describes something that can be done or has the potential to happen. Often used in formal or technical contexts.

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