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能
néng
Description
“能”是一个很常用的词，表示有力量或有条件去做某件事。
"能" is a very common word that means having the power or conditions to do something.
它常常放在动词前面，问别人可不可以，也可以表示能力。
It is often placed before a verb to ask if someone can do something or to express ability.
Meanings
能néng
can; to be able to
我能帮你。
I can help you.
能néng
may; to be allowed to
这里能抽烟吗？
Is smoking allowed here?
能néng
ability; energy
太阳能很环保。
Solar energy is very eco-friendly.
Related words
Notes
- Nuance
能 stresses capacity or permission; 会 often means a learned skill.
- Etymology
originally meant 'ability, capability'; now mainly a modal verb.
In videos
“要用就用最便宜的药，而且是能报销的那种。”
“所以你看在这就能闻见那个芝麻那个香味啊”
“喝下了那杯冰冷死尸居然还能活着。”
“还能记得这个big year”
“还能包容别人，还能控制自己的情绪。”
“希望你们在中国都能顺利的点到咖啡”
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