Spanish phrase
No pude ~.
Meaning
I couldn't ___.
When to use it
States inability to do something in the past. Often used to offer a brief excuse or explanation for not doing or attending something, in a neutral polite tone.
Example dialogue
¿Por qué no viniste ayer?
Why didn't you come yesterday?
No pude ir ayer porque tenía que trabajar.
I couldn't go yesterday because I had to work.