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“can't do” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinbàn bù dào

Example

这件事你一个人办不到。zhè jiàn shì nǐ yí gè rén bàn bú dào

You can't do this by yourself.

Illustration for 办不到 (can't do)

How to say “can't do” in Chinese

“Can't do” in Chinese is 办不到 (bàn bù dào).

A desired result remains out of reach because the present situation cannot support its completion.

Full entry for 办不到: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 办不到

有些事光靠说话办不到。yǒu xiē shì guāng kào shuō huà bàn bú dào

Some things can't be done by words alone.

Tips for using 办不到

  • The expression can describe a temporary situation, so it need not mean that a person lacks the ability to accomplish the task in every situation.

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