in der Lage
Translation
able to, capable of, in a position to
Examples
Ich bin in der Lage, das Problem zu lösen.
I am able to solve the problem.
Er ist nicht in der Lage zu kommen.
He is not in a position to come.
Grammar Patterns
in der Lage sein, ((sth.)) zu tun to be able to do sth. We are able to help you.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fähig (able), imstande (capable); Antonyms: unfähig (unable)
Etymology
'in' + 'der Lage' (the position, situation). Literally, 'to be in the situation' to do something.
Memory Tips
Think of being in the right 'Lage' (location/position) to take a perfect photo. You are 'able to' take it.