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Unable

ˌənˈeɪbəl
Velmi Běžný
~ 1500
~ 1500
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Unable -

Not having the ability or skill to do something

Příklad: She was unable to attend the meeting due to a prior commitment.
Použití: formalKontext: professional settings, academic writing
Poznámka: Often used in formal contexts to indicate a lack of capability or capacity to perform a specific action.

Lacking the necessary means or resources to accomplish a task

Příklad: The team was unable to complete the project on time without additional funding.
Použití: formalKontext: business, project management
Poznámka: This usage implies a limitation or constraint due to a lack of resources or support.

Being prohibited or not allowed to do something

Příklad: I am unable to disclose that information without proper authorization.
Použití: formalKontext: legal, confidential matters
Poznámka: Commonly used in situations where revealing information or taking action is restricted by rules or regulations.

Incapable of functioning properly or as intended

Příklad: The printer is unable to connect to the network at the moment.
Použití: formalKontext: technical support, troubleshooting
Poznámka: Used in technical contexts to indicate a malfunction or failure to operate correctly.

Synonyma Unable

incapable

Incapable means lacking the necessary ability, qualification, or strength to do something.
Příklad: She felt incapable of completing the task on her own.
Poznámka: While 'unable' focuses on the lack of ability to do something, 'incapable' emphasizes the inherent lack of ability or qualification.

incompetent

Incompetent refers to a lack of skill or ability to perform a task effectively.
Příklad: The new employee was deemed incompetent in handling customer complaints.
Poznámka: Unlike 'unable,' which generally refers to a lack of capability in a specific instance, 'incompetent' suggests a broader lack of skill or ability in a particular area.

powerless

Powerless means lacking the ability, strength, or authority to do something.
Příklad: The citizens felt powerless to influence government decisions.
Poznámka: While 'unable' focuses on the inability to perform a specific action, 'powerless' emphasizes a lack of authority or influence to effect change.

Výrazy a časté fráze Unable

out of luck

This phrase means that someone is in a situation where they have no chance of success or good fortune.
Příklad: I tried calling for help, but I was out of luck as my phone battery died.
Poznámka: It implies a sense of fate or chance rather than just being unable to do something.

hit a brick wall

When someone 'hits a brick wall,' it means they have reached a point where they are unable to make any further progress.
Příklad: I've been trying to solve this math problem all day, but I've hit a brick wall.
Poznámka: It conveys a sense of sudden and complete blockage, emphasizing a frustrating obstacle.

at a loss

Being 'at a loss' means being unable to understand or solve a problem or situation.
Příklad: I'm at a loss as to how to fix this broken computer.
Poznámka: It suggests a feeling of confusion or helplessness in addition to the inability to act.

dead end

A 'dead end' refers to a point where progress is halted, and there are no more options or solutions available.
Příklad: After hours of searching, we reached a dead end in our investigation.
Poznámka: It often implies that the situation has reached a complete standstill, with no way forward.

up against a wall

When someone is 'up against a wall,' they are in a difficult situation or facing a significant challenge, leaving them unable to proceed easily.
Příklad: I feel like I'm up against a wall with this project deadline looming.
Poznámka: It conveys a sense of being under pressure or in a tight spot, emphasizing constraints.

stuck between a rock and a hard place

Being 'stuck between a rock and a hard place' means being in a situation where both options are equally undesirable or unfavorable.
Příklad: I'm stuck between a rock and a hard place - if I leave now, I'll miss the meeting, but if I stay, I'll miss my flight.
Poznámka: It highlights the dilemma of having no good choices, emphasizing being trapped or cornered.

at the end of one's rope

When someone is 'at the end of their rope,' they are at the limit of their patience, resources, or ability to cope with a situation.
Příklad: I've been trying to fix this leak for hours, but I'm at the end of my rope.
Poznámka: It suggests reaching a breaking point or exhaustion, emphasizing emotional strain or desperation.

Unable každodenní (slangové) výrazy

up the creek without a paddle

This slang means being in a difficult situation without any way to solve it easily.
Příklad: I forgot my keys at home, so I'm up the creek without a paddle.
Poznámka: It emphasizes being in a challenging predicament with no clear solution, compared to simply being unable to do something.

up a creek

Similar to 'up the creek without a paddle,' it means being in a challenging situation without a solution.
Příklad: Without my car keys, I'm up a creek and can't drive anywhere.
Poznámka: It is a shortened version of the longer phrase.

in a bind

This term indicates being in a difficult situation or dilemma.
Příklad: I'm in a bind because I double-booked meetings for tomorrow.
Poznámka: It suggests a sense of urgency or tight spot, like being in a tight knot or bind.

cornered

Feeling trapped or pressured in a situation with no easy way out.
Příklad: She felt cornered when asked about her whereabouts last night.
Poznámka: It conveys a sense of being trapped or enclosed, similar to being unable to escape from a corner.

Unable - Příklady

Unable to attend the meeting, he sent his apologies.
She was unable to solve the math problem.
Due to his injury, he was unable to play in the football match.

Gramatika Unable

Unable - Přídavné jméno (Adjective) / Přídavné jméno (Adjective)
Lemma: unable
Konjugace
Přídavné jméno (Adjective): unable
Slabiky, Rozčlenění a Přízvuk
unable obsahuje 2 slabik: un • able
Fonetický přepis: ˌən-ˈā-bəl
un able , ˌən ˈā bəl (Červená slabika je přízvučná)

Unable - Důležitost a četnost používání

Index frekvence a důležitosti slov ukazuje, jak často se slovo v daném jazyce vyskytuje. Čím menší je číslo, tím častěji se slovo používá. Nejběžněji používaná slova se obvykle pohybují od 1 do 4000.
unable: ~ 1500 (Velmi Běžný).
Tento index důležitosti vám pomůže soustředit se na nejdůležitější slova během procesu učení se jazyka.
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