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4課 希望と行動
Desire and action
4課

Vることができます

接続:V form dictionary + ことができます
Can do…. Describes the capacity or condition that allows an action to be performed.
注意 / Note:Do not use ます before こと: 借りますこと is wrong.
使い分け / How to choose quickly:Use when: Say you can do one movement
Wonder: Are verbs the content of possibility?
Avoid: Don't attach こと to ます
Tip to remember: V form dictionary + ことができます
Check again: After "can" put the verb into the dictionary form first
この図書館で本を借りることができます。
Books can be borrowed at this library.
この店ではカードで払うことができます。
In this store you can pay by card.
スマホで予約することができます。
Reservations can be made by phone.

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