居ることができる

iru koto ga dekiru
verb phrase★Intermediate— to be able to stay or remain
general

To be allowed or permitted to stay in a place

このアパートではペットを飼いながら居ることができる

You can live in this apartment while keeping pets

💡

Often used in contexts where permission or ability to stay is being discussed

general

To be able to remain in a certain state or condition

この状態で居ることができるか心配だ

I'm worried about being able to stay in this condition

💡

Used when expressing concern about maintaining a situation

💡Pro Tip

Formal vs. Casual

This phrase is more formal. In casual speech, you might say '居られる' or '居れる' instead.

⚡Gold Rule

Permission Context

This phrase is often used when discussing rules or permissions about staying somewhere.

📖Word Origin

Combination of いる (to be/stay) + ことができる (can/be able to)

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used when discussing permissions or abilities related to staying in a place or maintaining a state. It's more formal than casual speech.

Word Breakdown

居る
to be/stay
root
+
ことができる
can/be able to
phrase
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