Idiom idiom
unable to do sth
Meaning
you use this to say that you cannot do something because you do not have the skill, time, or power.
Examples
“I am unable to finish this report today.”
“Because the road is blocked by snow, I am unable to drive to the office this morning.”
“Despite his extensive experience in the field, he found himself unable to provide a satisfactory explanation for the sudden failure of the experimental system.”
Last updated April 22, 2026