No. 104 in Dutch
kunt
The Dutch word "kunt" means "can" or "are able to" (second-person singular form of "kunnen").
In a sentence
Je kunt hier een boek lezen.
You can read a book here.
'Kunt' is used here as an auxiliary verb, indicating the ability to perform the action of the main verb 'lezen' (to read).
Hoe kunt u mij helpen met deze taak?
How can you help me with this task?
'Kunt' functions as part of a question with a formal tone, addressing someone formally ('u') about their ability to assist.
Als je wilt, kunt je gaan wandelen in het park.
If you want, you can go for a walk in the park.
'Kunt' indicates permission or capability, aligned with the conditional structure of the sentence due to the conjunction 'als' (if).
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