bekwaam /bəkʋˈaːm/ · adjective · CEFR B2. Dutch translation of "capable".

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Source term
capable
Translation
bekwaam
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
adjective
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Dictionary form bekwaam
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
bekwaam + noun / It is bekwaam
Examples
Ze kan deze moeilijke situatie prima alleen aan.
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Example Sentences

Ze kan deze moeilijke situatie prima alleen aan.

English: She is perfectly capable of handling this difficult situation alone.

B2 · Acceptable Standards

De nieuwe computer kan gegevens met ongelooflijke snelheden verwerken.

English: The new computer is capable of processing data at incredible speeds.

B2 · Acceptable Standards

Hij heeft bewezen dat hij grote teams effectief kan leiden.

English: He has proven capable of leading large teams effectively.

B2 · Acceptable Standards

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