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ables

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/ˈeɪ.bəlz/ · a-bles

Having the power, skill, means, or opportunity to do something.

Meanings

adjectiveformal

Having the power, skill, means, or opportunity to do something.

کسی چیز کو کرنے کی طاقت، مہارت، وسائل یا موقع رکھنا۔

قادر

qadir

Synonyms

capablecompetentqualifiedقادراہلقابل

Antonyms

unableincapableincompetentبےاہلناقابلاجتماعی

Common Collocations

  • able to
  • be able to
  • able-bodied

Example Sentences

She is able to solve complex problems.

وہ پیچیدہ مسائل حل کرنے کی قابل ہے۔

Woh paicheeda masail hal karne ki qabil hai.

They are able to provide excellent service.

وہ بہترین خدمات فراہم کرنے کے قابل ہیں۔

Woh behtareen khidmat faraham karne ke qabil hain.

I am able to attend the meeting tomorrow.

میں کل میٹنگ میں شرکت کرنے کے قابل ہوں۔

Main kal meeting mein shirkat karne ke qabil hun.

Easily Confused With

stable:While 'able' refers to capability, 'stable' refers to firmness or steadiness.

💡 Memory Tip

A-bles makes you feel capable.

Imagine a person lifting weights, symbolizing strength and capability.

📖 Etymology

Origin: English "able" — to be capable of

First known use: 14th century

The term originates from Middle English 'able' meaning capable or competent, from Old French 'able', based on Latin 'habilis'.