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She can sing; I can't.
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Narrator
She can sing; I can't.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Comparing Abilities
She's a talented singer, unlike me.
Expressing Limitations
While she possesses a beautiful singing voice, I do not.
Casual Conversation
She can really belt out a tune; I can't even carry a melody.
Describing a Contrast
Their musical abilities differ greatly; she's a natural singer, whereas I'm tone-deaf.
Rephrased versions
Formal
She possesses vocal abilities that I lack.
Casual
She's a great singer, but I'm not.
Simpler English
She can sing, but I can't.
Phrases to learn
can sing
To be able to produce musical sounds with the voice.
can't
Cannot; is unable to.