Modal Verbs

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What are modal verbs?

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Modal verbs are auxiliary verbs that express necessity, possibility, permission, or ability. Examples include can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, and would.

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What does 'used to' indicate?

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'Used to' indicates a past habit or state that is no longer true. For example, 'I used to play soccer every Saturday.'

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What does 'may' express?

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'May' is used to express permission or possibility. For example, 'You may leave the room.'

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What does 'must' indicate?

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'Must' indicates necessity or obligation. For example, 'You must wear a seatbelt while driving.'

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What does 'should' suggest?

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'Should' suggests a recommendation or advice. For example, 'You should study for the test.'

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What does 'ought to' mean?

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'Ought to' is similar to 'should' and suggests a moral obligation or recommendation. For example, 'You ought to help your friends.'

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What does 'can' express?

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'Can' expresses ability or possibility. For example, 'I can swim.'

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What does 'might' indicate?

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'Might' indicates a lower possibility than 'may.' For example, 'It might rain tomorrow.'

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What does 'would' express?

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'Would' is used to express a hypothetical situation or a polite request. For example, 'I would go if I had time.'

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What is the difference between 'may' and 'might'?

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'May' suggests a higher possibility than 'might.' For example, 'It may rain' is more certain than 'It might rain.'