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Could you be able to? vs Would you be able to?

The phrases are both correct, however, 'would you be able to?' is more commonplace in English usage. 'Could you be able to?' is grammatically correct but redundant, as 'could' and 'be able to' convey similar meanings.
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Last updated: July 31, 2024 • 30090 views

This phrase is grammatically correct but redundant, as 'could' and 'be able to' convey similar meanings.

"Could you be able to?"

This phrase is not commonly used in English, as 'could' and 'be able to' are redundant when used together. It is better to use 'would you be able to?' instead.
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Alternatives:

  • would you be able to?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

"Would you be able to?"

'Would you be able to?' is a polite way to ask someone if they have the capability to do something. It is a common phrase used in requests or inquiries.
  • Aug 30, 2016 ... Hi all, when asking someone if he/she is able to do something, is "would you be able to" a more polite version of "are you able to"?
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  • Jul 31, 2023 ... Would you be able to reach out to our support team via the helpcenter? You're welcome to share this community thread so they can gather a ...
  • Jan 30, 2023 ... What are other ways to say would you be able to. Vocabulary. r ...
  • Jan 22, 2015 ... ... would you be able to...?" or something along those lines, acknowledging that it is possible they are able but you don't want to assume they ...
  • Jun 2, 2016 ... Would you be able to see microscopic things? Wes says: June 3, 2016 at 9:45 am. Another very excellent ...
  • how to answer would you be able to come in for an interview on {date} at {time}? [closed] · Ask Question. Asked 6 years, 4 months ago. Modified 6 years, 4 ...
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Alternatives:

  • could you do it?
  • can you do it?
  • could you please do it?
  • would you mind doing it?
  • could you possibly do it?

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