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unable in German

unable in German is unfähig, außerstanden — unable means not having the ability, power, or means to do something.

unable in German

unfähig
adj
Not able; lacking a certain ability.
außerstanden
adj
Not able; lacking a certain ability.

What does "unable" mean?

  1. adj Not having the ability, power, or means to do something.
    "He was unable to attend the meeting because of a flight delay."
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unable in a sentence

  • He was unable to attend the meeting because of a flight delay.
  • She felt unable to finish the marathon after twisting her ankle.

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What is "unable" in German?

"unable" in German is unfähig, außerstanden. unable means: Not having the ability, power, or means to do something.

How do you use "unable" in a sentence?

Example: "He was unable to attend the meeting because of a flight delay." In German, "unable" is unfähig, außerstanden.

Are there other ways to say "unable" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "unable": unfähig, außerstanden.

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