Chinese
nénggòu
Meaning: to be able to; can
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

只要努力,每個人都能夠實現自己的夢想。
只要努力,每个人都能够实现自己的梦想。
As long as you work hard, everyone can achieve their dreams.
能夠和家人團聚在一起就是最幸福的事。
Being able to reunite with family is the happiest thing.
人類夢想著有一天能夠移民到火星。
Humans dream of being able to immigrate to Mars one day.
只要能夠發揮所長,他不在乎職位的高低。
As long as he can utilize his strengths, he doesn't care about the level of his position.
歷代君王都希望能夠長久統治這片江山。
Past emperors all hoped to rule this land forever.

Usage Notes

Indicates ability or possibility.

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