单词 | to be unable to do sth |
释义 | 1.to be unable to do sth (not able)(因缺少必要的能力、权力等)不能做某事, 未能做某事 I was unable to come.我没能过来。 She was unable to find work.她没能找到工作。 (because of situation, circumstances)(由于某情形或环境)无法做某事 The Red Cross was unable to reach them.红十字会无法与他们取得联系。 I was unable to accept the invitation.我无法接受邀请。 (incapable)不能做某事;做不到某事 He was unable to sleep at night because of his anxiety.他因焦虑而夜不能眠。 She was unable to keep quiet any longer.她再也无法保持安静了。 2.<古>(incompetent)无能力的;无法胜任的 See unable |
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