35.2.7. gy. A1C2 (példák)

attainable adjective /əˈteɪ.nə.bl̩/ megvalósítható, elérhető

We must ensure that we do not set ourselves goals that are not attainable.

feasible adjective /ˈfiː.zə.bl̩/ megvalósítható

a feasible plan/suggestion/idea

It was no longer financially feasible to keep the community centre open.

It's just not feasible to manage the business on a part-time basis.

impossible adjective /ɪmˈpɒs.ə.bl̩/ 1 lehetetlen

It was impossible to sleep because of the noise.

It seems impossible that I could have walked by without noticing her.

He made it impossible for me to say no.

possible adjective /ˈpɒs.ə.bl̩/ 1 lehetséges (megtehető)

Is it possible to speak to the manager please?

Please send it today, if possible.

Is it possible to buy tickets in advance?

potential adjective /pəʊˈten.tʃəl/ [never before noun] lehetséges, potenciális

A number of potential buyers have expressed interest in the company.

Many potential customers are waiting for a fall in prices before buying.

The accident is a reminder of the potential dangers involved in oil production.

unattainable adjective /ˌʌn.əˈteɪ.nə.bl̩/ elérhetetlen, megvalósíthatatlan (cél, álom, stb.)

an unattainable ideal

Some economists think that full employment in Europe is an unattainable goal.

unthinkable adjective /ʌnˈθɪŋk.ə.bl̩/ elképzelhetetlen (lehetetlennek tartott)

Thirty years ago a no-smoking restaurant would have been unthinkable.

potentially adverb /pəʊˈten.tʃəl.i/ lehetségesen, potenciálisan

a potentially dangerous situation

This crisis is potentially the most serious in the organization's history.

Phrases and idioms:

be able to do sth képes vmire; lehetősége van vmire

He'll be able to help you.

Will she be able to do the work?

I'm sorry that I wasn't able to phone you yesterday.

It's so wonderful being able to see the sea from my window.

be in a position to do sth módjában áll vmit megtenni

I'm not in a position to talk about this at the moment.