1. Can, may, be able to: This is the most frequent meaning. It expresses possibility or permission.
* Example: 他可以去 (Tā kěyǐ qù) - He can go.
2. Acceptable, suitable, OK: This meaning implies something is appropriate or satisfactory.
* Example: 這個方案可行 (Zhège fāng'àn kěxíng) - This plan is feasible.
3. To be worth: This meaning refers to value or importance.
* Example: 这本书值得一看 (Zhè běn shū zhídé yīkàn) - This book is worth reading.
4. To be possible: This meaning emphasizes the potential for something to happen.
* Example: 这种情况可能发生 (Zhè zhǒng qíngkuàng kěnéng fāshēng) - This situation could happen.
5. To be able to bear, to endure: This meaning describes the ability to tolerate something.
* Example: 我受不了 (Wǒ shòu bùliǎo) - I can't take it anymore.
6. A measure word for a person: This is a less common meaning, used when referring to someone in a particular role or position.
* Example: 两位客人 (Liǎng wèi kèrén) - Two guests.
Context is key: The specific English translation of "ke" depends entirely on the context of the sentence. If you can provide more information about the sentence or phrase where you saw "ke," I can give you a more accurate translation.