〜ことができる expresses ability. It means “can do” or “be able to.” It is made by using the dictionary form + ことができる. Key points: • Dictionary form + ことができる • Means ability or possibility • Polite form: 〜ことができます • Common with skills like speaking or playing For example, “日本語を話すことができます” means “I can speak Japanese.” “泳ぐことができます” means “I can swim.” You can also use it to say something is possible: “ここで写真を撮ることができます” means “You can take photos here.” This pattern is very regular and useful. It is different from できます alone because it attaches to a specific verb. As a beginner, remember to keep the verb in dictionary form before こと. This makes the phrase a noun-like action that can be “possible.”