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I can see my hand vs I see my hand

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. The difference lies in the use of 'can' in the first phrase, which adds a sense of ability or permission. The choice between the two depends on the context and emphasis the speaker wants to convey.

Last updated: March 20, 2024 • 1082 views

I can see my hand

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English. It implies the ability or permission to see one's hand.

This phrase is used when emphasizing the ability or permission to see something. It can be used in situations where there may be obstacles to seeing, or when expressing surprise at being able to see something.

Examples:

Even in the dark, I can see my hand in front of me.
With my new glasses, I can see my hand clearly now.
Can you believe it? I can see my hand moving in slow motion.
Despite the fog, I can see my hand waving from a distance.
I can see my hand reflected in the mirror.

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Oct 9, 2004 ... Just now, I can see my hand's aura, which is something blue. It's pale blue. "Pale blue indicates little depth, but a struggle toward maturity.
I can see my hand pushing away. Hard as I can. But if I was fearless ... Could I be your wreckless friend. And if I was helpless ... Could be the one comes rushing ...
I can see my hand. Pushing away from me, hard as I can. If I was fearless. Could I be your reckless friend? And if I was helpless. Could you be the one comes ...
I use the ZOOM TOOL to zoom in so I can see my hand close up. I then open LAYERS > NEW LASTER LAYER... then I click okay... then I use the line tool... and ...

Alternatives:

I am able to see my hand
I have the ability to see my hand

I see my hand

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English. It simply states the action of seeing one's hand without emphasizing ability or permission.

This phrase is a straightforward statement of seeing something. It is used in everyday conversations to describe the act of visual perception.

Examples:

I see my hand in front of me.
When I close my eyes, I can still see my hand.
Look, I see my hand reflected in the water.
I see my hand reaching out for the book.
Even from a distance, I can see my hand waving.

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Jul 9, 2014 ... When I place a working flashlight behind my hand, I see my hand bright red because of the light. So my question is, why do I only see red light ...
Oct 30, 2006 ... If I close one eye and hold one hand about a foot before the other eye, it's clear that I see my hand, right? Now I bring it slowly closer to the ...
Nov 26, 2012 ... Question: When I move my hand in front of my face I see my hand leaving a trace between the first and the last positions of my hand movement.
Why can't I see my hand's movement? First, please assemble a RealControl, you can find instructions at our starter page. Second, check whether your VR ...

Alternatives:

I am looking at my hand
My hand is visible to me

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