B1
able vs can
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| ableadjective/ˈeɪ.bəl/ | Meaning having the skill, time, money or chance to do something | Goes with able to afford | Example Will you be able to finish the report before Friday? |
| canverb/kæn/ | Meaning Used to say that someone is able to do something or is allowed to do it. | Goes with — | Example You can pay by card or in cash at the front desk. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Few young people are to afford a flat in the city center.