unable

• Beschreibt das Fehlen der Fähigkeit, der Mittel oder der Möglichkeit, etwas zu tun.

Describes a lack of ability, means, or power to do something.

1. Lack of abilityA2formal

   Not having the skill, strength, or means to do something.

   Unfähig

   • She was unable to attend the meeting due to illness.
   • He is unable to lift the heavy box by himself.
   • They were unable to solve the complex equation.

   Synonymehelplessincapableincompetentineptpowerlessunfit

   Antonymeablecapablecompetent

2. Lack of opportunityB1formal

   Not being in a position to do something because of circumstances.

   Nicht in der Lage

   • I am unable to accept your invitation for this weekend.
   • The company was unable to meet the deadline.
   • He was unable to find a parking spot near the office.

   Synonymeblockedconstrainedimpededunavailable