Translation of Polish word "potrafić" to English
potrafić
/pɔˈtrafʲit͡ɕ/
Meaning
VerbCan, to have the ability to.
How to use
The modal-like verb 'potrafić' (can / be able to / know how to) is imperfective. It indicates having the skill or physical capacity to do something. It conjugates regularly: 'potrafię', 'potrafisz'. It is followed directly by an infinitive verb ('potrafię mówić po polsku' — I can speak Polish). It is synonymous with 'umieć' and partially overlaps with 'móc'.
🇬🇧 English
to be able to
Structure Guide
Polish Word: potrafić
Translation: to be able to
Example Sentences
On potrafi grać na gitarze.
He is able to play the guitar.
Ja potrafię mówić po angielsku.
I am able to speak English.
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Common phrases
- potrafię pływać— I can swim / know how to swim
- potrafić zrozumieć— to be able to understand
- nie potrafię— I can't / don't know how to
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The Polish word "potrafić" means "to be able to" in English.
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