Could vs Was able to - English In A Minute

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What’s the difference between ‘could’ and ‘was able to’ to talk about past ability? Let Phil explain in this English In A Minute - our 60 second free English class.

Test yourself! Which is correct
a) I could win a medal when I was younger.
b) I was able to win a medal when I was younger.

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