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UK//juː kæn duː ðɪs//US//ju kæn du ðɪs//

Meaning of You can do this

Encouragement suggesting that someone is capable of completing a task.

In simple words: This is something you are able to achieve.

You can do this in a sentence

  • When you feel overwhelmed, remember, you can do this!
  • Before the big game, the coach reminded the team, 'You can do this!'
  • During the exam, I kept telling myself, 'You can do this.'
  • She sent me a text saying, 'You can do this!' when I was nervous about the presentation.
  • He looked at me and said, 'You can do this,' giving me the confidence I needed.

How to use You can do this

Commonly used to motivate someone. Can be informal. Contexts may include encouragement in both personal and professional settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Imagine someone cheering you on, saying 'You can do this!' as you prepare for a challenge.

Related words

Collocations with You can do this

  • believe you can do this
  • know you can do this
  • prove you can do this
  • think you can do this
  • tell someone you can do this

Synonyms for You can do this

  • You are capable
  • You are able to
  • You can achieve this
  • You have the ability
  • You can accomplish this

Common mistakes with You can do this

  • Confused when to use 'can' versus 'could'.
  • Using 'you' instead of a specific name when addressing someone directly.
  • Exaggerating the phrase, e.g., saying 'you can do this well'.

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Frequently asked questions about You can do this

What does You can do this mean?

This is something you are able to achieve.

What is the definition of You can do this?

Encouragement suggesting that someone is capable of completing a task.

How do you use You can do this in a sentence?

When you feel overwhelmed, remember, you can do this!

Can you give another example of You can do this?

Before the big game, the coach reminded the team, 'You can do this!'

What are synonyms for You can do this?

Common alternatives include You are capable, You are able to, You can achieve this, You have the ability, You can accomplish this.

What words go with You can do this?

It commonly pairs with believe you can do this, know you can do this, prove you can do this, think you can do this, tell someone you can do this.

What are common mistakes when using You can do this?

Confused when to use 'can' versus 'could'. Using 'you' instead of a specific name when addressing someone directly. Exaggerating the phrase, e.g., saying 'you can do this well'.

How do you pronounce You can do this?

US: //ju kæn du ðɪs//, UK: //juː kæn duː ðɪs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use You can do this?

Commonly used to motivate someone. Can be informal. Contexts may include encouragement in both personal and professional settings.