Expressing Power, Ability, and Permission.
Used to show power, skill, or strength to do something.
| English Sentence | Hindi Meaning |
|---|---|
| I can swim. | मैं तैर सकता हूँ। (Skill) |
| He can lift this box. | वह यह बक्सा उठा सकता है। (Power) |
| She can speak English. | वह अंग्रेजी बोल सकती है। (Skill) |
Used to ask for or give permission (Usually informal).
| Type | Sentence | Hindi |
|---|---|---|
| Asking | Can I go now? | क्या मैं अब जा सकता हूँ? |
| Giving | You can sit here. | तुम यहाँ बैठ सकते हो। |
| Denying | You cannot (can't) go. | तुम नहीं जा सकते। |
Used to show something is generally possible.
Never add 's', 'es', or 'ing' to "Can". Always use Verb 1st Form after it.
✅ He can go.
❌ He cans go. (Wrong)
❌ He can goes. (Wrong)