HSK 4 · VERSION 2.0#73
Potential Complement
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How it works
Potential complements show whether the result of an action can or cannot be achieved.
The pattern
Verb + 得 (de) / 不 (bù) + Complement
Example sentences
这么小的字，我看不清。
The characters are so small that I cannot see them clearly.
这个问题太难，我说不出来。
This question is too difficult; I cannot express it.
你放心，我一定做得到。
Do not worry. I can definitely do it.
Key point
This pattern is very important because it shows ability in a result-oriented way.