Тлумачний словник
Англійська

Unable

ˌənˈeɪbəl
Дуже Поширений
~ 1500
~ 1500
Індекс частотності та важливості слів показує, як часто слово з'являється в даній мові. Чим менше число, тим частіше використовується слово. Найчастіше використовувані слова зазвичай знаходяться в діапазоні від 1 до 4000. Цей індекс важливості допомагає вам зосередитися на найбільш корисних словах під час процесу вивчення мови.

Unable -

Not having the ability or skill to do something

приклад: She was unable to attend the meeting due to a prior commitment.
Використання: formalКонтекст: professional settings, academic writing
Примітка: 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

приклад: The team was unable to complete the project on time without additional funding.
Використання: formalКонтекст: business, project management
Примітка: This usage implies a limitation or constraint due to a lack of resources or support.

Being prohibited or not allowed to do something

приклад: I am unable to disclose that information without proper authorization.
Використання: formalКонтекст: legal, confidential matters
Примітка: Commonly used in situations where revealing information or taking action is restricted by rules or regulations.

Incapable of functioning properly or as intended

приклад: The printer is unable to connect to the network at the moment.
Використання: formalКонтекст: technical support, troubleshooting
Примітка: Used in technical contexts to indicate a malfunction or failure to operate correctly.

Синоніми Unable

incapable

Incapable means lacking the necessary ability, qualification, or strength to do something.
приклад: She felt incapable of completing the task on her own.
Примітка: 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.
приклад: The new employee was deemed incompetent in handling customer complaints.
Примітка: 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.
приклад: The citizens felt powerless to influence government decisions.
Примітка: While 'unable' focuses on the inability to perform a specific action, 'powerless' emphasizes a lack of authority or influence to effect change.

Вирази і поширені фрази Unable

out of luck

This phrase means that someone is in a situation where they have no chance of success or good fortune.
приклад: I tried calling for help, but I was out of luck as my phone battery died.
Примітка: 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.
приклад: I've been trying to solve this math problem all day, but I've hit a brick wall.
Примітка: 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.
приклад: I'm at a loss as to how to fix this broken computer.
Примітка: 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.
приклад: After hours of searching, we reached a dead end in our investigation.
Примітка: 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.
приклад: I feel like I'm up against a wall with this project deadline looming.
Примітка: 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.
приклад: 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.
Примітка: 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.
приклад: I've been trying to fix this leak for hours, but I'm at the end of my rope.
Примітка: It suggests reaching a breaking point or exhaustion, emphasizing emotional strain or desperation.

Повсякденні (сленгові) вирази Unable

up the creek without a paddle

This slang means being in a difficult situation without any way to solve it easily.
приклад: I forgot my keys at home, so I'm up the creek without a paddle.
Примітка: 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.
приклад: Without my car keys, I'm up a creek and can't drive anywhere.
Примітка: It is a shortened version of the longer phrase.

in a bind

This term indicates being in a difficult situation or dilemma.
приклад: I'm in a bind because I double-booked meetings for tomorrow.
Примітка: 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.
приклад: She felt cornered when asked about her whereabouts last night.
Примітка: It conveys a sense of being trapped or enclosed, similar to being unable to escape from a corner.

Unable - Приклади

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.

Граматика Unable

Unable - Прикметник (Adjective) / Прикметник (Adjective)
Лема: unable
Кон’югації
Прикметник (Adjective): unable
Склади, Розділення та Наголос
unable містить 2 складів: un • able
Фонетична транскрипція: ˌən-ˈā-bəl
un able , ˌən ˈā bəl (Червоний склад наголошений)

Unable - Важливість і частота використання

Індекс частотності та важливості слів показує, як часто слово з'являється в даній мові. Чим менше число, тим частіше використовується слово. Найчастіше використовувані слова зазвичай знаходяться в діапазоні від 1 до 4000.
unable: ~ 1500 (Дуже Поширений).
Цей індекс важливості допомагає вам зосередитися на найбільш корисних словах під час процесу вивчення мови.
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