could

Dear all,

When you say “I could pass the exam”, do you mean “I actually passed the test” or “it is unclear whether I actually passed the test or not, but it was possible if I had taken the exam”?

Aikamam

Hi, Aikamam.

It means “it is possible for me to pass the exam”. It is clear from this that the person has not tried/passed the exam yet.

Thank you Beeesneees!
That’s now very clear to me!