How is the word capable translated from French to English

English translation
Able
adjective

Qui a la capacité ou l'occasion de faire quelque chose.

Having the power or chance to do something.

Examples with “capable”

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  • Elle a réussi à terminer la course. — She was able to finish the race.

  • C'est un avocat compétent. — He is an able lawyer.

  • Pourras-tu venir plus tôt demain ? — Will you be able to come earlier tomorrow?

  • Nous avons eu la chance d'avoir un guide aussi compétent. — We were lucky to have such an able guide.

  • Je ne suis pas capable de soulever cette boîte seul. — I'm not able to lift this box alone.

  • Deux assistants compétents peuvent gérer tout le magasin. — Two able assistants can run the whole shop.

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