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kunnen

can

/ˈkʏ.nə(n)/auxiliary

Meanings

  • auxiliary · A1

    Used to express that someone has the ability or skill to do something.

    Wij kunnen heel goed zwemmen.

  • auxiliary · A1

    Used to express possibility, opportunity, or to make a polite request.

    Kunnen we hier even zitten?

Appears in 3 scenarios

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