어떤 것을 사거나 비용을 지불할 충분한 돈이나 수단을 가지다, 또는 충분한 시간이나 자원을 할애할 여유가 있다.
To have sufficient money or means to pay for something, or to have enough time or resources available to spare.
예문:
"We couldn't afford the rent increase, so we had to move out of the city."
"Although she wanted the designer bag, she decided she couldn't afford such a luxury item right now."
"I can afford to take a week off work next month."
심각한 부정적 결과나 손실 없이 어떤 행동을 하거나 상황을 견딜 수 있다. (주로 'cannot afford to' 형태로 쓰여 ~할 여유가 없다는 의미로 사용됨)
To be able to undertake an action or endure a situation without suffering severe negative consequences or loss (often used in the negative form 'cannot afford to').
예문:
"Given the tight deadline, we cannot afford to make any mistakes on this project."
"After his recent injury, the athlete couldn't afford to skip physical therapy sessions."
기회, 편안함, 또는 전망과 같은 어떤 것을 제공하거나 산출하다.
To provide, supply, or yield something, typically an opportunity, comfort, or a view.
예문:
"The new telescope affords astronomers an unprecedented view of distant galaxies."
"Studying history affords us valuable insight into contemporary political issues."
"Her quiet demeanor afforded her privacy, which she greatly valued."