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How do you say "I can do this" in Japanese?

Use this at work when you need to say whether something is possible.

I can do this

可否

Use これはできます (kore wa dekimasu) at work when you need to say whether something is possible. The reusable part is `〜 は できます`.

Answer

Two layers, same practical line

これはできます

これ は / できます

kore wa / dekimasu

Lesson body

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Quick use

Use これはできます (kore wa dekimasu) at work when you need to say whether something is possible. It lets you give the key fact first before adding details.

Chunk or pattern

  • Reusable pattern: 〜 は / できます
  • Replace the part with the thing, place, document, item, or action you need in that scene.

Helper words and endings

  • : marks the topic, often "as for ...".

Practical note

This helps keep the exchange moving before the task or misunderstanding gets bigger.