German Word: sich etwas leisten können
English Meaning: to be able to afford sth (to pay sth)

Word Forms: leisten

Example Sentences:

Ich glaube, dass wir uns zunächst keinen Urlaub leisten können.
I think that we can't afford a holiday for now.
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Ich habe kein Geld mehr, somit kann ich mir diese teure Uhr nicht leisten.
I have no more money, so I can't afford this expensive watch.
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