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Markdown lesson

How do you say "I can't do this" in Japanese?

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

I can't do this

可否

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

Answer

Two layers, same practical line

これはできません

これ は / できません

kore wa / dekimasen

Lesson body

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Quick use

Use これはできません (kore wa dekimasen) 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 / できません
  • Replace the part with the thing, place, document, item, or action you need in that scene.

Helper words and endings

  • ません: polite negative ending.
  • : marks the topic, often "as for ...".

Practical note

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