Pouvoir
To be able to
Language note: An irregular verb used to indicate ability or permission.
Culture note: Mastering this verb can help express various possibilities or capabilities.
Context: Marie imagines having a day like Paula's.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Pouvoir
[poo-vwahr]
to be able to
Expresses ability or permission to do something.
Je veux pouvoir y aller.
I want to be able to go there.
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