Inside a station · Using a base verb after can

Using a base verb after can in context, with bilingual examples and practice.

Application goal: Using a base verb after can.

Can is followed by a base verb without to. It expresses ability or a request. Use can’t for the negative and Can at the beginning of a question.

Context: Inside a station. Identify the wording that achieves this goal, then adapt the details to a situation of your own.

Practical examples

Can I use the lift with my suitcase?

هل يمكنني استخدام المصعد مع حقيبتي؟

You can find the lift beside the stairs.

يمكنك العثور على المصعد بجانب الدرج.

A member of staff can help with heavy bags.

يمكن لأحد الموظفين المساعدة في حمل الحقائب الثقيلة.

Check your understanding

1. Choose the closest Arabic meaning of this expression: Can I use the lift with my suitcase?
2. Choose the English expression that matches this meaning: يمكن لأحد الموظفين المساعدة في حمل الحقائب الثقيلة.