This is the 13th most frequent Swedish word.
kan
"Kan" means "can" or "is able to" in English.
'Kan' expresses an ability or capability to do something.
Jag kan simma.
I can swim.
'Kan' is used to make a polite request or inquire about someone's willingness to act.
Kan du öppna fönstret?
Can you open the window?
'Kan' indicates a possibility or something that might occur.