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She can read, but he can't.

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Sentence

Narrator

She can read, but he can't.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Comparing Abilities

She's a proficient reader, unlike him.

Highlighting Contrast

Their reading abilities differ significantly; she can read fluently, while he cannot.

Casual Conversation

She's a great reader, but he struggles with it.

Educational Setting

She has mastered reading, whereas he requires additional support.

Rephrased versions

Formal

She possesses the ability to read, while he does not.

Informal

She can read, but he's not able to.

Simpler English

She reads, but he doesn't.

Phrases to learn

can read

Possesses the ability to read.

can't

Cannot; lacks the ability to.