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Modal Verbs (Can (indicates ability or possibility., In interrogative…
Modal Verbs
Can
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In interrogative phrases, the use of "can" can request permission or ask about possibilities . Example: Can I have a glass of water?, Can you help me?
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Could
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Examples: When you were a child ,you could you play an instrument. Joe could speak Spanish when he was young. Possibilities in the future: You could pass the test if you studied. I think it could rain later.
Request permission or ask about the possibilities, but it is more formal: Could you pass the salt please?, Could you help me?
May
If you want to ask permission, this is a good way. With it you can count or establish a possibility.
Possibilities in the future. Examples: It may be better to finish this now, rather than wait until tomorrow.
In interrogative phrases:May I have a glass of water?, May I leave now?
Minght
To indicate possibilities in the present or the future.Indicate possibilities in the present or the future. Examples: I would bring an umbrella, it might rain later.It might be better to finish this now, rather than wait until tomorrow
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Should
Indicates an obligation or recommendation. Reflects an opinion about what is right. Examples: I should call my parents more often. You shouldn’t work so hard. They should practice more if they want to win the championship.
Will
To form the future time. Also the use of "will" means will or determination. Examples: I will help you. We will learn English. Interrogative phrases to ask for information, a favor or about options.Examples: Will you help me move?.Will he go to Paris by car or train?
Shall
"Shall" is used as "will" to form the future time. Examples: Chris shall be happy to see you. For offers and suggestions or to consult options or preferences. Examples: Shall we meet at 10pm?, Shall we go to the movies or a museum?
Must
Must "indicates an obligation, prohibition or necessity. You can also use "have to" in affirmative sentences. Examples:You must [have to] read this book, it’s fantastic.You must [have to] brush your teeth two times a day. To indicate probability or assume something. Example:John’s not here. He must be sick because he never misses class. It must be difficult to learn a new language as an adult
Modal verbs express modality, ability, possibility, need or other condition. We use them for the future.
Ought: Ought to" is a synonym of "should" although it is less common. Examples: She ought to quit smoking. I ought to call my parents more often. They ought to work less.
Would: "Would" is used to declare a preference and to ask for something politely. Example:She would like to go to New York someday. Would you like some coffee?. Would you help me please?
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