Hello students! Today, we'll explore können, a crucial German modal verb meaning 'to be able to' or 'can'.
Können expresses ability or possibility. For instance:
Ich kann Deutsch sprechen. (I can speak German.) – This shows my speaking ability.
Kannst du mir helfen? (Can you help me?) – This asks about the possibility of assistance.
Er kann sehr gut schwimmen. (He can swim very well.) – This highlights his physical skill.
Können is fundamental for expressing skills or opportunities. Practice it, and you'll quickly learn!