able
beginnerA2/ˈeɪ.bəl/ · a-ble
having the power, skill, means, or opportunity to do something.
Meanings
having the power, skill, means, or opportunity to do something.
کسی چیز کرنے کی طاقت، مہارت، وسائل، یا موقع رکھنے والا۔
قابل
qaabil
Antonyms
Common Collocations
- able to
- able-bodied
- able assistant
Example Sentences
She is able to complete the project on time.
وہ منصوبے کو بروقت مکمل کرنے کے قابل ہے۔
Woh mansoobay ko bar waqt mukammal karne ke qaabil hai.
If you are able to help, please do so.
اگر آپ مدد کرنے کے قابل ہیں تو براہ کرم کریں۔
Agar aap madad karne ke qaabil hain to barah-e-karam karein.
He is an able leader.
وہ ایک قابل رہنما ہے۔
Woh aik qaabil rehnuma hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'able' as 'I AM ABLE' to remember its meaning.
Imagine a superhero with the ability to fly, representing capability.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
ہوئی حکمت کی بھی سب کو خبر، قابل تھا ہمیشہ وہ جو سن رہا تھا
Hui hikmat ki bhi sab ko khabar, qaabil tha hamesha woh jo sun raha tha
Wisdom reached everyone, he who listened was always able.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
جو کرے گا وہی بھرے گا
Jo karega wahi bharega
Only those who act will achieve.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old French "able (aable)" — having the power, skill, means, or opportunity to do something
First known use: 14th century
The word 'able' has its roots in the Old French 'able', derived from the Latin 'habilis', meaning suitable or fit.