Will you please explain the meaning of pouvoir in imparfait.
I Can not completely understand its meaning?
What is the meaning of "Pouvoir" in the İmparfait?
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Hasan D.Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor
What is the meaning of "Pouvoir" in the İmparfait?
Asked 3 years ago
Hi Hasan,
Pouvoir --> to be able to
Present --> I can (I am able to) ---> Je peux ......
So in the imparfait ---> I could (I was able to) ---> Je pouvais .....
Hope this helps.
Jim
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