Definition: To incur, stand, or bear without serious detriment, as an act which might under other circumstances be injurious;âwith an auxiliary, as can, could, might, etc.; to be able or rich enough.
Alright class, settle down, letâs take a look!
Today we're tackling the word "afford," and itâs a little tricky, I know. The dictionary gives us quite a mouthful, doesnât it? Letâs break it down piece by piece, like building with blocks.
Essentially, âaffordâ means
to be able to pay for something.
Think of it this way:
You
can afford
that shiny new bike! (Meaning you have enough money.)
I
could afford
a fancy coffee treat. (But maybe I didn't!)
The dictionaryâs longer definition is really trying to say that "afford" isn't just about having the coins in your pocket. It also means:
Not hurting yourself:
You can âaffordâ something without it causing you trouble or problems down the line â like buying a gadget that breaks quickly!
Being able, with possibility:
You
might afford
to take a vacation someday. (Itâs a hope, but not necessarily a certainty.)
So, "afford" is all about ability and resources â whether you have the money, or if it's within the realm of what's possible for you.
Does that make sense? Do you have any questions to share? Let's discuss!