able

adj.

1. 能够…的, 得以…的
   • Most children are able to walk before they are able to talk.
     多数孩子在会说话前就会走路。
   • The patient was soon able to sit up.
     病人很快就能坐起来了。
2. 有才干的, 有本事的
   • He was acknowledged as an able statesman.
     他被公认为是个有才干的政治家。
   • The general impression at the studio was that he was able.
     在这个画室获得的总的印象是他很有才能。