What Is “Able” In Tagalog?
ABLE IN TAGALOG – Here is another term in the English language that we are going to translate in the Filipino language.
The English term that we are going to translate is the term “able“. We must first know its definition in the dictionary.
Definition
It is an adjective that refers to the following:
- having the power, skill, means, or opportunity to do something
- having considerable skill, proficiency, or intelligence
This term is also in the form of suffix, which means the following:
- able to be
- to be
- subject to
- relevant or inaccordance with
- having the quality to
The term is derived from the Latin term -abilis, suffix-wise, which are usually found in words.
It is synonymous to the following:
- allowed to
- free to
- in a position to
- capable of
- qualified to
- competent to
- equal to
- intelligent
- clever
- brilliant
- talented
- skillful
- skilled
- accomplished
Translation
Translations of this term include:
- kaya
- maari
- may kakayahan
- may kaya
- malakas
Examples
English
He was able to lift the barrel without effort
Translation
Kaya niyang iangat ang bariles na walang paghihirap.
English
You are able to leave the classroom after you are done with the test.
Translation
Maari kang umalis sa silid-aralan pakatapos mong sagutin ang pagsusulit
English
The suit is affordable.
Translation
Ang kasuotang ito ay maari mong bilhin.
READ ALSO: Compose In Tagalog – Tagalog To English Translations