Tebello M Tabaliatile Morobane
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“Able”: Is It a Verb or an Adjective?
More often, “able” is an adjective. This means it is a word that describes a noun or pronoun. It tells us something about the person, place, or thing. When we say someone is “able,” we mean they have the capacity, skill, or means to do something. For example: She is able to cook. He is able to teach. In these examples, “able” describes “she” and “he.” It tells us what they can do. Why “able” isn’t usually a verb A verb is a doing word, a word that expresses an action or a state of being.
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