Can, could, may, might, must and should. · about 13 minutes
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What is it? Modal verbs are special helping verbs that add meaning to the main verb: can (ability), could (past ability, polite requests), may (permission, possibility), might (small possibility), must (necessity), should (advice).
Why does it matter? Modals let you be polite, give advice, ask permission and say how sure you are.
Where do we use it? "May I come in?" "You should drink more water." "We must wear helmets." "It might rain."
In this lesson you will:
