Expression of Ability and Disability(Materi Bahasa Inggris SMP Kelas 8) English Course with Mr. Yuse

Summary

This video lesson explains how to express ability and inability in English, focusing on the use of modal verbs like 'can' and 'can't', as well as 'to be' with 'able to'. It covers several sentence structures for both expressing capability and incapability, with examples such as 'I can speak English' and 'She is not able to swim in deep water'. The lesson concludes with a practical example involving a conversation about the differences between humans and animals. The video is aimed at helping learners improve their understanding of these expressions in everyday English.

Takeaways

• 😀 The video explains expressions of ability and inability in English.
• 😀 'Can' and 'can't' are used to express ability or inability, followed by the base form of a verb.
• 😀 Example: 'I can speak English' means 'I am able to speak English'.
• 😀 'I can't speak English' expresses inability in the same structure.
• 😀 Another formula is 'subject + to be (am/is/are) + able to + verb 1'.
• 😀 Example: 'I am able to swim in the deep sea' uses this structure to express ability.
• 😀 For 'you' as the subject, the verb 'are' is used: 'You are able to swim in the deep sea.'
• 😀 To express inability, the structure is 'subject + can + not + verb 1' (e.g., 'He can't swim in the deep sea').
• 😀 You can also use the formula 'subject + to be (am/is/are) + not + able to + verb 1' to show inability.
• 😀 The example 'They are not able to carry these books' expresses the inability of a group.

Q & A

What does the script explain about expressions of ability and inability in English?

The script explains different expressions used to indicate a person's ability or inability to do something in English, such as using 'can', 'can't', 'am able to', and 'not able to'.

How can you express ability using the word 'can' in English?

To express ability, you can use the formula: Subject + 'can' + verb 1. For example, 'I can speak English'.

How do you express inability using 'can' in English?

Inability is expressed by using the formula: Subject + 'can't' + verb 1. For example, 'I can't swim in deep water'.

What is another way to express ability besides using 'can'?

Another way to express ability is by using 'to be' followed by 'able to' and then the verb 1. For example, 'I am able to swim in the sea'.

How do you form sentences with 'to be' to express ability?

You use the formula: Subject + 'am/are/is' + 'able to' + verb 1. For example, 'He is able to speak three languages'.

How can you use 'to be' to express inability?

To express inability, you can use the formula: Subject + 'am/are/is' + 'not able to' + verb 1. For example, 'She is not able to swim in deep water'.

What does the script say about using 'not able to' for expressing inability?

The script mentions that 'not able to' can be used in sentences to express inability, as in 'They are not able to carry these books'.

What is a common mistake to avoid when using 'am/are/is' with ability or inability?

A common mistake is to forget to adjust the subject correctly with the verb 'am/are/is'. For example, 'I am able to' is correct, but 'You am able to' is incorrect.

Can you provide an example of a conversation showing ability and inability?

Yes, an example from the script is: 'What's the main difference between humans and animals?' 'Humans like money very much, but animals don't like it.' This shows the difference in ability or preference.

What is the purpose of the video based on the transcript?

The purpose of the video is to explain the expressions used for stating ability and inability in English, helping learners understand how to communicate these ideas clearly.