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how could he able to vs how can he be able to

The phrase 'how can he be able to' is correct, while 'how could he able to' is incorrect. The correct phrase uses 'can' to express present ability, while 'could' is used to express past ability or possibility. Therefore, 'how can he be able to' is the appropriate choice in this context.

Last updated: March 11, 2024 • 4792 views

how could he able to

This phrase is incorrect. 'Could' is used to express past ability or possibility, not present ability.

Incorrect usage. 'Could' should be replaced with 'can' to express present ability.
  • Sep 6, 2014 ... Please tell how could he able to connect to 130 crores or interact with them in live in radio. This is outrageously impossible . Radio may be a ...
  • Sep 8, 2014 ... How could he able to file FIR when LG is acting on the favour of Minority BJP . moreover you know about the Delhi police where come under ...
  • Sep 11, 2014 ... When these folks are over charging for water and electricity. how could he able to see that and bare it and enjoy the power of CM for how long?
  • I really wonder how could he able to switch! !!! Like · Comment · 62. Top Comments. Dhaval Ranjane, Milind Suresh Shanbhag, Rohit Kanaujiya and 3 others ...

Alternatives:

  • how can he be able to

how can he be able to

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English. 'Can' is used to express present ability in this context.

Correct usage. 'Can' is used to express present ability, so 'how can he be able to' is the appropriate phrase.
  • But how can he be able to criticize a book he hasn't read? I have the impression that critics of books are people who haven't the skills or knowledge required to ...
  • ... his passport..and how??...or how can he be able to tavel home other wise?.. trying 2 call that number but not getting through..plz can u send contact number.
  • Mar 28, 2013 ... What about trunks? No anger no pride....how can he be able to transform that easily? – Ankit Sharma Mar 29 '13 at 5:50 ...
  • Sep 18, 2014 ... How can he be able to arrest people of possession if he has it growing on his land? Does he have a prescription for it too? Even so its still ...

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